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Pycnostachys urticifolia
Also Known As
- Blue Witches' Hats
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5'
- W: 5'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Pycnostachys urticifolia plant details
Pycnostachys urticifolia is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and winter blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pycnostachys urticifolia
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring and winter
- Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming, tropical-looking, winter interest, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pycnostachys urticifolia
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Everyone needs Fall & Winter excitement in their garden & this outrageous South African shrub is the guy to do it! Strong & sturdily multi-branching to a quick 5’ x 5’, this easy to grow wonder bears hundreds of upright cobalt blue “Witches’ Hats” from Fall to Spring! Prominently displayed at branch tips, the 4” densely packed spikes open from the bottom, creating the fanciful brim. Evergreen with pleasing glossy heart-shaped leaves, it’s truly an outrageous sight to behold in bloom. Prune back to 3’ in Spring to maintain a nice bushy shape. Flowers first year!
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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How to Grow Pycnostachys urticifolia
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Flower Season
- spring
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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