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Hedeoma nana
Also Known As
- Hedeoma dentata
- Hedeoma nana subsp. nana
- Hedeoma nana subsp. typica
- Hedeoma thymoides
- Dwarf False Pennyroyal
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 10"-24"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Hedeoma nana plant details
Hedeoma nana is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with green and purple foliage. In spring and winter purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Hedeoma nana
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green and purple
- Mature size: 10 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Hedeoma nana
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Hedeoma nana
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Hedeoma nana plant
How to Grow Hedeoma nana
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- purple
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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