Stachys — 9 species
Botanical species in the genus Stachys recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Stachys affinis
Stachys affinis
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Thrives in an ordinary garden soil, preferring one that is not too heavy. It grows best in a soil that has been well fed and does not dry out in the growing season.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys baicalensis
Stachys baicalensis
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any deep well-drained moderately fertile soil in full sun or light shade.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys bullata
Stachys bullata
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any deep well-drained moderately fertile soil in full sun or light shade. A good bee plant.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys germanica
Stachys germanica
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Easily grown in any deep, well-drained and moderately fertile soil, preferring a position in full sun. The plant is a short-lived perennial and is sometimes biennial. Closely related to S. cretica and S. byzantina.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys hyssopifolia
Stachys hyssopifolia
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any deep well-drained moderately fertile soil in full sun or light shade. A good bee plant.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys hyssopifolia ambigua
Stachys hyssopifolia ambigua
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any deep well-drained moderately fertile soil in full sun or light shade. A good bee plant.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys officinalis
Stachys officinalis
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a light moist neutral to acid soil in sun or light shade. A characteristic plant of healthy roadside banks on heavy soils. Hardy to at least -25°c.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys palustris
Stachys palustris
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Requires a moist soil for good root production. A good bee plant. All parts of the plant emit an unpleasant smell when bruised.
Full cultivation guide →Stachys sylvatica
Stachys sylvatica
Family: Lamiaceae
Cultivation
Grows well along woodland edges. The whole plant gives off a most unpleasant smell when bruised. A good bee plant.
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