Stachys 'Hummelo' is an award-winning perennial known for its bright lavender-pink flower spikes and neat, mounding foliage. It forms a dense clump of crinkled, glossy green leaves that look attractive even when the plant is not in bloom. In summer, it sends up upright spikes of vibrant flowers that attract pollinators and add great vertical interest to the garden.
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Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer (June–July)
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Flowers: Bright lavender-pink spikes held well above the foliage
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Foliage: Dense, green, slightly crinkled leaves forming tidy mounds
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Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) in bloom
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Spread: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
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Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–8
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Habit: Clump-forming, upright
☀️ Growing Conditions
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Light: Full sun to light shade (best flowering in full sun)
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Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types
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Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
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Maintenance: Very low; cut back spent flower stems for tidy appearance
