25 Marsh WOUNDWORT Hedge Nettle Stachys Palustris Herb Purple Flower Seeds Moist

Description:
Name: Woundwort
Other common names: Marsh Woundwort / Hedge Nettle / Marsh Hedgenettle
Scientific name: Stachys Palustris syn. Stachys Palustris Homotricha
Color: Pinkish Purple with White & Darker Spots
Plant seeds: When soil temperature warms to 70F
Bloom time: July – Sept
Hardiness zone: 3 – 9
Plant height: 12 – 18″
Plant spacing: 12 – 15″
Light requirements: Sun – Part Shade
Soil & water preferences: Boggy
Quantity: 25 Seeds

About this item:
Woundwort is an herb with traditional medicinal uses, commonly used to heal wounds. This species is native to Eurasia but has been naturalized in the US. They thrive near lake shores or in marshes and damp meadows. Woundwort prefers moist soil types but can also grow in average conditions. The plants are ornamental, featuring bright pinkish purple flowers that bloom in pyramid-shaped spikes above the foliage. These flowers are a source of nectar for bumble bees.