Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Betony, Wood Betony, Bishop's Wort, Bishopwort
Very good sturdy plant that has withstood the scorching summer.
Mi , 18/03/2024
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Description
Stachys officinalis, also known as Betony or woundwort, is a medium-sized herbaceous perennial that is easy to grow. It blooms in the summer with very bright purple-pink spikes above rough basal foliage, made up of large silver-greyish green, serrated leaves. Long-known for its medicinal properties, it is also a decorative plant that is easy to cultivate in ordinary, not too dry, well-drained soil, ideal for natural or wild gardens.
Betony belongs to the Lamiaceae family and is considered a simple plant. Known and cultivated for a long time, it originates from temperate regions of France and England, in meadows, heathlands, along paths or in clear and dry woodlands. It is a medium-sized herbaceous plant, with a naturally variable appearance, 15 to over 60 cm (24in) high, with a basal rosette foliage. The leaves are opposite with toothed edges, heart-shaped, slightly greyish green and rough. From July to October, it displays flowers grouped in dense spikes at the end of stems adorned with a few small leaves. The flowers are two-lobed, 1 cm (0in) long and vivid purplish pink. It slowly forms beautiful clumps, growing from its thick root system.
Stachys officinalis will fit well in herb gardens, alongside thyme, savory, hyssop and lavender, which are all close relatives. It will also thrive in rustic flower beds, alongside wilder plants like comfrey, borage, centaureas, catmints and asters (Aster cordifolius, Aster turbinellus...). It can adapt to many situations, so plant it as a border plant, at the base of shrub roses or alongside perennial geraniums.
The name "betony" is derived from that of an Iberian people called the Vettones, who made extensive use of this plant during the Middle Ages, and even beyond. The dried leaves were sometimes used as snuff or for tea. The young shoots can be consumed in salads, in moderation.
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Stachys
officinalis
Lamiaceae
Betony, Wood Betony, Bishop's Wort, Bishopwort
Northern Europe
Planting and care
Stachys officinalis is easy to grow and low-maintenance. Plant it in any soil that is not too dry, light or heavy, in the sun or partial shade. It wil naturalise through self-seeding, so cut back after flowering if you prefer to prevent this.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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