Marrubium rotundifolium
Silver-edged Horehound |
USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Plant number: 1.355.070
This native of Turkey forms a dense patch of small rounded velvety leaves, each lined along the edges and undersides with silvery white. A tough plant for hot and dry western regions, suitable for the rock garden or edging pathways. Flowers are insignificant. A vigorous, low maintenance plant if soil drainage is good. Not well suited to regions with hot and humid summers, since the plants may begin to rot out. Shear off the flowers, if desired. A nice textural companion to blue or silver-leaved grasses, perennials and shrubs. Semi-evergreen. Plants may be sheared lightly in spring or after blooming, if desired.
Further details for
Marrubium rotundifolium
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Drought Tolerant Edging Rabbit Resistant Evergreen Ground Cover Massed
Flower Head Size Very Small
Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches
Spread 30-60 cm 12-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
|
