Dracocephalum argunense
A clump-forming perennial, to around 60cm high, with narrowly linear, rosemary-like green leaves. Whorls of tubular, violet-blue flowers are borne at the tips of the stems in mid to late summer
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
A genus of around 60 to 70 species of flowering annuals, perennials and dwarf evergreen shrubs native to temperate parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Plants within this species have aromatic green foliage which can vary from needle-shaped to nettle-like and 2-lipped, sage-like tubular flowers in shades of purple, blue or white
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun with some midday shade. Drought tolerant once established
Propagation
Propagate by division or basal cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut old stems back to ground level in autumn or early spring
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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