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Herbaceous Perennial

Betonica macrantha 'Robusta'
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betony 'Robusta'

An upright clump-forming herbaceous perennial to 60cm, with strongly veined, ovate, dark green leaves with scalloped edges. Hooded purplish-pink flowers 3cm in length are borne in dense spikes

Synonyms
Stachys macrantha 'Robusta'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Purple Green
Autumn Purple Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Lamiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

Betonica is a genus of native perennial wildflowers with narrow, oval leaves on upright stems. Bright purple to red flowers appear throughout the summer and into early autumn.

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil; full sun ideal but tolerates partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by division or remove rooted sections in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Gravel garden
  • Cut flowers
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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