This vigorous ground hugging perennial produces masses of medium to dark flowers all through summer. It is a brilliant plant for pots or window boxes, or simply spilling out from the front of a mixed border. The bees and butterflies will flock to this colourful little gem.
How to care for Glandularia Homestead Purple:
Protect plants from the cold weather by applying a dry winter mulch around the crown.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.3m
Eventual spread:
0.4m
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.