Stachys coccinea
Scarlet Hedge Nettle, Texas Betony
Description
Small mounding evergreen shrub growing moderately fast to 2' tall. Blooms spring to fall with 1" long tubular bright red two lipped flowers. Flowers are arranged in rings around four-sided stems. Attracts hummingbirds. Best in partial shade and does require some moisture in the low desert. Native in moist canyons in Arizona, northern Mexico and Texas.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
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Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
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Design Styles
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Accenting Features
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Seasonal Interest
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Location Uses
Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter
Special Uses
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Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.