Unfortunately, if the weather is too humid, you can expect “melt out” when the leaves brown out and appear to die. Call it rot. The plant will survive. We recommend planting stachys in a location that will not experience excessive moisture in winter.

We would like to correct a previously reported error about stachys Helene von Stein. We have learned that, on occasion, it will throw a flower spike and apparently, this is quite unpredictable. We were confused by this unpredictability, assume that you will be, too and intend to grow the plant anyway. Because it is a good plant.

Stachys

View Details Stachys byzantina Helene von Stein Very large silver leaves serve as a subtle foil for bright colors in the garden. Rarely flowers. Price: $9.99 View Details Stachys byzantina Silky Fleece Plum purple flowers arise over the wooly foliage. Spreads nicely, but not aggressively. Price: $8.99 View Details Stachys byzantina Silver Carpet Small silver leaves. Usually non-flowering. Price: $9.99 View Details Stachys monieri Hummelo Purple flowers bloom in late June. This new variety forms clumps of textured glossy green foliage. Price: $8.99