German Hedge-nettle (Stachys Germanica) is a biennial or short-lived perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Stachys germanica is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae), growing up to 1 meter tall, with densely woolly or downy foliage and lance-shaped, serrated leaves.

German Hedge-nettle

German Hedge-nettle

Stachys Germanica

Stachys germanica is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae), growing up to 1 meter tall, with densely woolly or downy foliage and lance-shaped, serrated leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial or short-lived perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for German Hedge-nettle

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

German Hedge-nettle
German Hedge-nettle detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Stachys