Elsholtzia stauntonii 'Alba'

Also Known As

Mint-shrub

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Elsholtzia stauntonii 'Alba' plant details

Elsholtzia stauntonii 'Alba' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Elsholtzia stauntonii 'Alba'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Elsholtzia stauntonii 'Alba'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Valued for its white, late-season flower stalks and its mint-scented leaves, this ?giant mint? (3 to 4') perennial-shrub is a delightful conversation piece for the fall border. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

You wouldn't notice this plant in a nursery in the spring, unless you brush against the foliage and get a whiff of its mint-like perfume. It doesn't shine until September, when it begins to show off with 6-8" white spires of flowers that attract pollinators of all kinds. In our garden, it gets afternoon sun, and is about 3-4' tall and 5' wide but we do cut it back hard each spring (it could easily reach 6'). Seems to be unfussy about soil, although we would not plant in a very wet spot. Shipping qt.pots.