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Stachys macrantha 'Superba'

Also Known As

  • Stachys grandiflorum supurba

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 28"
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 4a-10a

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Stachys macrantha 'Superba' plant details

Stachys macrantha 'Superba' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stachys macrantha 'Superba'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 28 IN tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stachys macrantha 'Superba'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A big species for the perennial garden with masses of pinkish purple flowers whorled densly on the 2' flowering stems.
Poised on sturdy, curving stems, the showy terminal spikes host pretty pink tubular flowers and green calyxes arranged in evenly spaced whorls. Scalloped lance-like foliage forms an appealing, dark green leafy mound, some 20 in. below the long lasting blooms. Matched with Achillea 'Hella Glashoff' and Aster asperlus, this well-favored Stachys graces the edge of our pathway.

Gardening facts about Stachys macrantha 'Superba' plant

How to Grow Stachys macrantha 'Superba'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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