Stachys monieri - Monier's Betony

🌿 Characteristics

Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Monnier's Woundwort
Scientific name: Stachys monieri
Color: Pink-mauve flowers, grayish-green foliage
Mature height: 0.30–0.45 m
Mature width: 0.25–0.35 m
Habit: Compact, bushy, with upright flower spikes
Flowering period: June to September
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering needs: Low to moderate, very drought-tolerant once established
Soil type: Well-drained, tolerates poor and calcareous soils
Hardiness zone: Zone 4 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent, ideal for dry gardens
Melliferous plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic

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✂️ Maintenance

Stachys monieri requires very little maintenance. Leave the flower spikes in place throughout autumn to enjoy their delicate silhouette and extended ornamental interest. Cut back to the ground in early spring before new growth begins. Water moderately during establishment, then significantly reduce once rooted.

Divide every three to four years in spring to rejuvenate the clumps and promote abundant flowering.