Betony, Summer Crush

Stachys officinalis 'Summer Crush'

Height: 24-30in
Spread: 18-24in
Zone: 4-9
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Time/Color: June-July; pink
Uses: Naturalizing, borders, cottage gardens, ground cover
Maintenance: Low
Other: Deer resistant

Betony blooms for a very long period, especially if it is deadheaded after the first bloom. Clusters of bright pink blooms sit atop dense mounds of bright green, wrinkled oval leaves that can fill an area quickly making 'Summer Crush' perfect for naturalized areas or low borders. Plants prefer evenly moist conditions, but can tolerate some drought once established and do best in full sun in well-drained soils. Also virtually disease and insect resistant and often deer avoid this plant.