Other common names
baum leaf, honey balm, y wenynog
Herbaceous Perennial
A strongly aromatic, herbaceous perennial to 60cm tall, forming a clump of erect, square stems. The leaves, borne in opposite pairs, are softly hairy and wrinkled. In late spring and summer it produces whorls of tubular flowers in white, pink or purple, or white with pink or purple lips; the flowers are attractive to bees. Grow this native wildflower in a shady border or woodland garden
Position
Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
0.5-1 metres
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres