Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Teucrium

Species:

Teucrium botrys

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Canada: Ontario

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

dry, sandy, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny habitats