Water horehound
Lycopus virginicus
Water horehound is a native wetland herb that prefers moist to wet, partially shaded conditions along stream banks or pond edges. Keep its soil consistently moist and plant it in a spot that receives filtered or indirect sunlight for best growth. It spreads gradually via rhizomes and is an excellent choice for rain gardens or naturalizing wet areas.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist; Does Not Tolerate Prolonged Dryness
Soil pH
5 – 6.3
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 23, 2022 by Matthew Dyer (cc-by-sa)
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