{"title":"Betony (Stachys) Perennials","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBetony is a clump-forming perennial stachys that gardeners are discovering as a standout alternative to ordinary border plants. Its botanical name is stachys, and the Hummelo varieties earn special attention for their showy, salvia-like flower spikes. These rise about 12 inches above the foliage in late spring to early summer. The glossy, dark green leaves form a dense, tidy mound 9 to 12 inches high. Over time it spreads into a handsome ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBetony grows best in average, well-drained soil in full sun, and it shows good drought tolerance once established. In hot, humid climates, a little afternoon shade helps it stay looking its best. Because it forms dense clumps that suppress weeds and spreads gradually, it makes an excellent choice for edging and border filling. It also works beautifully as a low-maintenance ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hummelo-betony-stachys","title":"'Hummelo' Betony (Stachys)","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Lambs Ear) Stachys 'Hummelo' has sturdy rosy-lavender spikes that sit above the foliage, and makes an impressive display in midsummer. Unlike the more common types of Stachys, which have soft silvery foliage, 'Hummelo' has glossy dark green foliage which remains attractive all season. Plant in a well drained area, with full to part sun. 'Hummelo' grows approximately 18 inches tall and wide, and is rabbit and deer resistant. Great garden uses include containers, borders, mass plantings, and cut flowers. Besides being very easy to grow, 'Hummelo' is a versatile perennial and would be an impressive companion to just about anything in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Proven Selections®","offers":[{"title":"PS - Quart Pot","offer_id":46990753366256,"sku":"STAHUQT","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/0503\/5504\/files\/stachys_hummelo_lambs_ear_gc_stahu_01.jpg?v=1775567408"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/0503\/5504\/collections\/STACHYS_HUMMELO_LAMBS_EAR_GC_STAHU_01.jpg?v=1778185413","url":"https:\/\/gardencrossings.com\/collections\/betony-stachys-perennials.oembed","provider":"Garden Crossings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}