{"product_id":"stachys-officinalis-hummelo","title":"Stachys officinalis 'Hummelo'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStachys officinalis 'Hummelo'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a clump forming perennial prized for its bold spikes of magenta purple flowers and clean glossy green foliage. It adds strong vertical interest in borders and pollinator gardens and is loved for its long lasting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 - 24 in x 18 - 24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average, well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; tolerates short dry periods once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage is unpalatable to deer and rabbits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is native to Europe. The cultivar 'Hummelo' was selected in the Netherlands and has become a garden favorite for its durability and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts small butterflies and skippers with its dense summer blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides abundant nectar to native bumblebees, honeybees, and solitary bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccasionally visited by hummingbirds drawn to upright flower spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 18 - 24 in apart for healthy clump development and airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for mid border planting, cottage gardens, meadow designs, and mixed perennial beds where it brings late season structure and pollinator value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Matches bloom time and supports pollinators in sunny borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAchillea millefolium (Yarrow)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers contrasting flat flower heads with similar sun and soil needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Tall, spiky blooms echo Stachys while adding cool purple tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides a lacy texture and yellow color that complements Stachys flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeranium 'Rozanne'\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds a soft, trailing contrast and long blooming blue flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":45948400271521,"sku":"STACHYS HUMMELO","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/stach.jpg?v=1611666084","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/stachys-officinalis-hummelo","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}