Stachys moneri 'Hummelo' - Bettony Size:1 gallon The white oak maybe slow

The white oak maybe slow growing but they are versatile and long in life

elegantly arching fronds emerge in a distinctive vase-shaped rosette and are held rigidly upright by contrasting dark purple to maroon stems and midribs

Flowers bloom for an extended period from mid-spring to summer and can be deadheaded (cut off) to extend the bloom period

This late season flourish also provides an important banquet for pollinators as they prepare for winter

Although this tree is not a native oak its abundant production of fall acorn is popular with wildlife

Stachys moneri 'Hummelo' - Bettony Size:1 gallon The white oak maybe slowLooking for a pollinator friendly native with tons of appeal? The relatively unknown Stachys moneri 'Humelo' received the highest distinction in 2019, going home with the Perennial Plant Associations "Plant of the Year Award". Why? Well first, it produces food for a wide range of pollinators including many species of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Second, while it is easy to care for it produces full panicles of cone shaped violet and magenta