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Stachys coccinea
Scarlet Hedgenettle
Quick Facts :: Growing Tips
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Description:
18” x 18” wide, (seed propagated). The ultimate plant for hummingbirds. This Southwestern native is a non-stop bloomer from midsummer on, with spikes of tubular red flowers. (Our strain originates from Pima County, AZ at altitudes of 3,000-6,500 ft.). The attractive dark green foliage is also fragrant. This plant needs only average garden soil and regular watering to thrive. Remove faded flower spikes to keep the flowers coming. Zones 6 (with winter mulching) to 9.
(Not recommended for fall planting in zone 6)
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QUICK FACTS
| USDA Growing Zones |
6 - 9 |
| Make the Most of Color! |
Red |
| Regions |
Hot Desert, USA |
| Rain |
20in - 30in, 30in - 40in, 40in - 50in |
| Bloom Time |
Summer, Longblooming |
| Sun |
Full and Afternoon Sun, Morning Sun and Afternoon Shade |
| Soil |
Average Garden Soil |
| Moisture |
Regular Water |
| Height |
Medium - 12in. to 36in. |
| Attractive to Friendly Visitors |
Attracts Hummingbirds |
| Resistant to Hungry Critters |
Resists Deer, Resists Rabbits |
GROWING TIPS
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A heat loving beauty for your sunny beds, this plant needs only average garden soil and regular watering to thrive. Be sure to mulch in zone 5.
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