Honeyweed

Leonurus sibiricus

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Leonurus
Species:
Leonurus sibiricus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual | Biennial | Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Native Range

United States: Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Palau, Texas, Virginia, Virgin Islands, West Virginia, Canada: Manitoba

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
prefers open, disturbed areas