Description
Bring a romantic flair to your Massachusetts garden with Summer Romance Stachys, an upright perennial with showy pink-purple flower spikes. Blooming in June and beyond, it pairs well with companion plants like Monarda and provides season-long interest with its crinkled foliage and dramatic seedheads. It spreads slowly, forming a mat of greenery at the base and offering vertical height without overwhelming the space.
Summer Romance Stachys thrives in full sun and tolerates both average and heavier clay soils, making it a versatile option for Massachusetts gardeners. This tough, deer- and rabbit-resistant plant adds structure and color to borders, especially when planted in groups. Withstanding drought and attracting pollinators, Summer Romance Stachys is a garden workhorse with a romantic twist.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Stachys 'Summer Romance'
Color: purple
Light: full sun – part sun
Watering: water when the top couple of inches of soil are dry
Soil: well draining
Zone: 4 – 8
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: perennial
Mature Size: height (20″ – 25″), width (24″ – 30″)
Blooming Season: late spring – early summer
Growth Rate: medium
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