Synonyms
Melittis melissophyllum 'Royal Crimson Distinction'
Herbaceous Perennial
A compact, clump-forming perennial to 40cm tall and wide with oval or egg-shaped deeply-veined leaves with scalloped edges. Both the stems and leaves are covered with hairs and are honey scented. Small whorls of orchid-like flowers comprising a dark purple lower lip and white upper lip are borne in late spring and early summer
Position
Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres