Ballota pseudodictamnus (Greek Horehound)


Botanical Information

GenusBallota
Speciespseudodictamnus
CategoryAnnuals, Perennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 10
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-18 - 2
Temperature (°F)0 - 40
Height30 - 60 cm
Spread30 - 45 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June, July

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionLow-growing dwarf evergreen sub-shrub.
ID CharacteristicRounded white hairy leaves and stems holding small pink flowers.
LandscapeWorks well as an accent or border.
PropagationSemi-hardwood or softwood cuttings.
CultivationGrown best in direct sun with well-drained soil.
PestsNo major issues.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower DescriptionProduces a light pink flower.

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