Stachys hybrid 'Summer Romance'

Common Name: Summer Romance Betony

Bloomtime: June to July

Bloomcolor: Purple-pink

Exposure: Full sun

Height: 1.50 to 2.00 feet

Spread: 2.00 to 2.50 feet

Spacing: 2.00 to 2.50 feet

Water: Average Water Needs

Hardiness: 4,5,6,7,8,9

Zone: 4

Deer Resistant: Deer Resistant

Attracts Butterflies: Attracts Butterflies

Characteristics: No serious insect or disease problems., Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot, humid climates. Soils should be kept evenly moist, but established plants have some drought tolerance. Spreads by creeping stems (stolons) that , ‘Summer Romance’ has a summer display of wand-like inflorescences with violet flowers that stand up to 2 feet above dense, green foliage. Can be used as a groundcover, or along the edge of a bed, and will spread over time to fill in an area.,