Stachys macrantha (Betonica) - P9

Description
The Betony (Stachys macrantha) is a clump-forming garden plant that produces pink-coloured flowers. They appear from July to August. The Betony also has heart-shaped, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with nutrient-rich, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 60 cm and is approx. 30 cm wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Stachys grandiflora, Stachys spicata, Betonica macrantha.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Betony are dark green, heart-shaped and toothed.

Spread
Iran, Islamic Republic to Caucasus.

Frost hardiness
The Betony has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Betony is clump-forming in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
This perennial should be cut back in autumn / late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel.

Flower
The pink-coloured flowers appear from July to August.

Use
Group planting, bee pasture, woodland edge, herbaceous border