Betony - 100 seeds

Stachys officinalis

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Betony (Stachys officinalis) is a perennial plant found in clear forests and meadows. It forms a rosette of oblong leaves with serrated, rounded edges. Its flowers, which are purple or pink in color, are grouped in dense spike-like inflorescences that appear during the summer. It is a plant appreciated for both its ornamental appeal and resilience.

Betony (Stachys officinalis) is a perennial plant that naturally grows in clear forests, meadows, and areas with moist vegetation. Its ideal habitat is well-drained, slightly acidic soils, and it adapts to both partial shade and direct sunlight. The plant forms a basal rosette of oblong leaves with serrated edges and an intense green color. These leaves, which have a distinctive aroma when rubbed, are typically covered with fine hairs on the underside.

During the summer, Betony produces flowers grouped in dense spikes, emerging from upright stems. The flowers, which are purple or pink in color, are small but striking and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The flowering period can last several weeks, depending on environmental conditions.

In addition to its ornamental appeal, Betony has traditionally been used in wildflower gardens, valued for its adaptability to different conditions and its resistance to pests and diseases. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, and its flowers contribute to biodiversity, making it an excellent choice for gardens that support pollinator habitats.

  • Reference
    Stachys officinalis
  • In stock
    4 Items

  • Family
    Lamiaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra
    Sol
  • Watering
    Medium
  • Frost resistance
    Medium
  • Planting time
    August
    December
    November
    October
    September
  • Flowering period
    August
    July
    June
    May
  • Fragrance
    Yes (plant)
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    4
    5
    6
    7
    8
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Purple
  • Foliage
    Evergreen
  • Spacing
    45-60 cm
  • Height
    60-90 cm
  • Production for Teas
    Yes
  • Native seeds
    Yes
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Sowing in seed tray

Planting time

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Recommended sowing Out of season

Flowering period

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Data sheet

  • Family
    Lamiaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra, Sol
  • Watering
    Medium
  • Frost resistance
    Medium
  • Fragrance
    Yes (plant)
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    4 5 6 7 8
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Purple
  • Foliage
    Evergreen
  • Spacing
    45-60 cm
  • Height
    60-90 cm
  • Production for Teas
    Yes
  • Native seeds
    Yes
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Sowing in seed tray
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