Stachys lanata
Silvery white tongue-shaped leaves are 4" - 6" long. grows 12" - 18" tall. Bears spikes of small pinkish purple flowers in early summer. they will flower until frost if faded flowers are removed.
Photos courtesy of Toms Creek Farm & Nursery in Denton, North Carolina (336) 8567-2131
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Flowering Perennial |
| Foliage Type |
Perennial |
| Height |
2' - 4' |
| Spread |
1' - 4' |
| Shape |
Upright |
| Primary Foliage Color |
Silvery-green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
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| Flowering Season |
(early) Summer |
| Flower Color |
Pinkish-purple |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Fast |
| Sun Preferences |
Sun to Shade |
| Water Preferences |
Average - Dry: Prepare planting area for adequate drainage. Poor drainage results in root rot.
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| Cold Hardiness Zone |
7 |
