Prunella vulgaris subsp. lanceolata
Prunella vulgaris subsp. lanceolata
Prunella
Lamiaceae
Flowering Plants
Zone 5–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
🌱 Beginner Friendly
Self-heal is a tough, low-maintenance native perennial that thrives in average garden soil with moderate moisture. Plant it in full sun to partial shade and water regularly, especially during dry spells. It spreads readily and makes an excellent ground cover for naturalized or wildflower garden settings.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately To Keep Soil Evenly Moist; Do Not Allow To Dry Out Completely
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Alabama
Alaska
Alberta
Arizona
Arkansas
British Columbia
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Costa Rica
Delaware
District of Columbia
Dominican Republic
Florida
Georgia
Guatemala
Haiti
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Attracts
🐝 Bees
🐝 Butterflies
Safety & Use
⚕ Medicinal
🐾 Pet-safe
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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