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Stachys rugosa

by Johan Wentzel

Stachys rugosa
Common Name
Lamb's ear
Plant Type
Perennial
Stachys rugosa is a branched shrublet up to 50cm tall. The curved, tomentose leaves are very aromatic. The small, lilac flowers are very conspicuous amongst scrub.
Plant Description

Stachys rugosa is a branched shrublet up to 50cm tall. The curved, tomentose leaves are very aromatic. The small, lilac flowers are very conspicuous amongst scrub.

Interplant Stachys rugosa with grasses and keep on the dry side. Cut back in late winter.

Afrikaanse Naam
Boesmantee
Hardiness
Very hardy
Position
Sun
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Fast
Flowering Time
Summer
Flower Colour
Pink
Shape
Compact
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
50cm
Region
Free State, Karoo
Habitat
Grassland
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes
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