Betony 'Hummelo'
Betony 'Hummelo'
Stachys monieri 'Hummelo'
Stachys monieri 'Hummelo'
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- Long blooming period from summer to late summer for long-lasting color.
- Attractive to bees and butterflies and enhances biodiversity in the garden.
- Low maintenance and ideal for borders, prairie plantings and sunny spots.
- Drought-tolerant once established, suitable for warm, sunny gardens.
- Winter-hardy and reliable perennial year after year.
Stachys monieri 'Hummelo' Hummelo Betony is a charming garden hardy perennial with vibrant, pinkish-purple spikes and soft, velvety foliage. This plant brings a fresh, natural vibe to any bed or border. Hardy perennial characteristics make it a reliable choice for year‑round appeal.
In sunny to partly shaded spots, it grows with a compact, clumping habit and mounds of foliage that stay tidy and healthy. Expect sturdy stems that carry blossoms inviting to bees, adding life and color to your garden.
A versatile addition for borders and naturalized areas, the Stachys monieri 'Hummelo' delivers long-lasting colour and a graceful presence. Pollinator-friendly and easy to grow, it fits seamlessly into a relaxed, garden‑fresh look. Bestseller quality for a lush, enduring display.
Care and Watering
Stachys monieri 'Hummelo' likes moist, well-drained soil and regular watering in dry spells; avoid waterlogging. Mulch to keep roots cool.
Maintenance
Deadhead after flowering and trim back after blooming to keep a neat mound; divide every 3–4 years to renew vigor.
Location
Plant in full sun to light shade with fertile, well-drained soil. It tolerates partial shade but prefers sun and shelter from winds.
Tips
Combine with wispy grasses or salvias for contrast; once established, it is drought-tolerant; avoid scorching afternoon sun in hot climates.
The compact Stachys monieri 'Hummelo' (donkey ears) is a decorative addition with purple inflorescences and soft, gray-green foliage that provides texture and color contrasts to borders.
In bloom it forms a lush carpet of purple-pink flowers that create a playful, natural effect in prairie- and prairie-like plantings.
This species attracts butterflies and bees, thereby enhancing the liveliness of the garden.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 5 a 7 |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Cut flower., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | Purple |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
Payment methods
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