Stachys monieri 'Hummelo'

Common Name: Betony

Unlike Stachys byzantina (Lamb's Ear), this species forms large, rounded clumps of green, long and narrow, textured leaves. It is lovely even when it's not in bloom. From early thru midsummer, sturdy spikes of lavender-rose flowers shoot up through the foliage, putting on quite a display.

Though this plant is relatively unknown to many gardeners, it makes a unique addition to any sunny border. Once you try it, you'll see that it goes with just about everything else in the garden. It is very easy to grow and deserves to be planted more widely in American landscapes.

'Hummelo' received the highest rating out of 22 Stachys studied in the Plant Evaluation Trials at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The trial was run from 1998-2004 by Richard G. Hawke. Both 'Helene von Stein' (aka 'Big Ears') and 'Silver Carpet' also received very high scores.

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Product Profile

20ct Plug Tray

Height:

18.0-20.0 Inches

Spread:

18.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

4,5,6,7,8

Flower Color:

Pink shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Summer Midsummer

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Easy To Grow Mass Planting

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Stachys grows best in full sun but will also tolerate partial shade. Good drainage is essential for this plant. Divide every 3-4 years in spring or more frequently if plants become woody in the center.

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20ct

Container:

Trade 1 Gallon Container

When to Plant:

Late winter to spring

Finish:

6-8 weeks

Growing Temperature:

62-68° F

Holding Temperature:

50-60° F

Soil PH:

5.8-6.2

EC (What is EC?):

1.0-1.5 pour through method

Fertility:

Feed moderately with 75 - 125 ppm N at each watering.

For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.

Vernalization:

Provide 10-12 weeks of temperatures below 45° F.

Pests & Diseases:

No serious pests or diseases. Scout for leaf spot pathogens. Aphids, slugs and snails are the most common pests.

Potting & Timing:

Plant plugs in late winter to spring. Large plugs will finish quickly.

Moisture:

Moderate moisture

Planting Level:

Top of plug should be level with the soil line.

PGRs/Pinching:

Typically not required.

Lighting:

Long days required. If forcing for early season sales you should provide 14 hour days via daylight extension.

Grower Tips:

It takes approximately six to eight weeks to reach flowering when they are grown at 65° F under long days.

Awards

Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year -- 2019

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Gold Medal Plant -- 2019

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