Full Sun
Easy care
Light watering
Tender
8a-11b
USDA zone
-12°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
30cm | Max | 50cm |
20cm | Min | 20cm |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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African Stachys Overview
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.
Common problems with African Stachys
African Stachys is generally not bothered by pests or diseases.
How to harvest African Stachys
The flowers can be harvested and used in posies.
How to propagate African Stachys
Cuttings
Root 10cm long cuttings in sandy rooting mix. Remove bottom leaves and dip in rooting hormone powder.
Special features of African Stachys
Drought resistant
Wild sage is generally drought tolerant but flourishes when watered regularly.