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Stachys officinalis 'Alba'
Also Known As
- Stachys densiflora 'Alba'
- Stachys monnieri
- Alba Betony
- Alba Lamb's Ear
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Stachys officinalis 'Alba' plant details
Stachys officinalis 'Alba' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Stachys officinalis 'Alba'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden, rock garden, serrated leaves
GROWING CONDITIONS for Stachys officinalis 'Alba'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Stachys officinalis 'Alba'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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