Common Selfheal
Prunella vulgaris
Also known as Self-heal, Heal-all, Common Heal-all
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A low-growing perennial with dense spikes of purple to violet flowers that attract pollinators. Hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and commonly found in meadows and roadsides.
Why grow it
Selfheal offers reliable pollinator support with minimal establishment effort compared to many ornamental perennials, and its dense flowering habit provides season-long color from summer into fall. It tolerates poor soils and moisture stress better than most garden mints, making it useful for stabilizing disturbed areas or filling gaps in developing perennial plantings. The species spreads modestly through seed and rhizomes without the aggressive behavior that limits other Prunella cultivars in small gardens.
Watch out for
In moist, fertile conditions, selfheal will self-seed more prolifically than in dry sites, so deadheading spent flower spikes helps prevent unwanted seedlings in managed plantings. The plant's low growth habit means it can be outcompeted by taller, more vigorous neighbors if not given adequate space or periodic division to maintain vigor.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lamiaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Europe and Western Asia
Native to: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A low-growing perennial with dense spikes of purple to violet flowers that attract pollinators. Hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and commonly found in meadows and roadsides.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Common Selfheal grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Selfheal offers reliable pollinator support with minimal establishment effort compared to many ornamental perennials, and its dense flowering habit provides season-long color from summer into fall. It tolerates poor soils and moisture stress better than most garden mints, making it useful for stabilizing disturbed areas or filling gaps in developing perennial plantings. The species spreads modestly through seed and rhizomes without the aggressive behavior that limits other Prunella cultivars in small gardens.
Watch out for
In moist, fertile conditions, selfheal will self-seed more prolifically than in dry sites, so deadheading spent flower spikes helps prevent unwanted seedlings in managed plantings. The plant's low growth habit means it can be outcompeted by taller, more vigorous neighbors if not given adequate space or periodic division to maintain vigor.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lamiaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Europe and Western Asia
Native to: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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