Field stachys
Stachys arvensis
Field stachys is a modest, spreading perennial herb in the mint family, producing small pink-purple flowers attractive to bees and butterflies. It is undemanding and adapts well to average garden soils in sun or partial shade with regular moderate watering. It has a history of minor medicinal use and works well in cottage-style or wildflower plantings.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
4.5 – 5
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 10, 2022 by laurent boniface (cc-by-sa)
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