African Stachys
Stachys aethiopica
Katbossie, Katpisbossie (Afr.), Klein Kattekruid, Wild Sage
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African Stachys bears spikes of tubular flowers almost all year round that attract a myriad of insects to the garden. These low maintenance plants are very hardy and are a great addition to any waterwise garden.
ZA Distribution: Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, Western Cape.
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Planning
Difficulty
Easy
Flowering time
Summer, Autumn, Spring
Fruiting time
Autumn
Harvesting
The flowers can be harvested and used in posies.
Propagation
Cuttings
Root 10cm long cuttings in sandy rooting mix. Remove bottom leaves and dip in rooting hormone powder.
Special features
Drought resistant
Attracts butterflies
Attractive flowers
Pot plant
Attracts bees
Pioneer
Special features
Origin
South Africa, Western and Eastern Cape from Clanwilliam to the Cape Peninsula and eastwards into the Free State Province, Lesotho, and KwaZulu-Natal.
Natural climate
Temperate
Environment
Light
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Full Shade
Soil moisture
Dry
Soil type
Loam, Sand, Clay
Soil PH preference
Neutral, Acid
Frost hardiness
Hardy
Uses
Personality
Family
Lamiaceae
Flower colour
White, pink or deep mauve, White, Pink, Purples
Scent
Mild
Problems
African Stachys is generally not bothered by pests or diseases.
Credits
Stachys aethiopica
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