Marsh Woundwort
Stachys palustris
Also listed as Stachys wolgensis, Stachys aquatica
Also known as Marsh Betony, Marsh Hedge-nettle, Hedge-nettle
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A native wetland perennial with square stems and purple-pink flowers arranged in spiky whorls. It thrives in boggy or marshy conditions and attracts pollinators.
Why grow it
Marsh woundwort offers reliable pollinator attraction in wet sites where many ornamental perennials struggle. Unlike some wetland species that require standing water year-round, it tolerates seasonal fluctuations typical of marshy margins and poorly drained soil. Its native status makes it a functional choice for rain gardens and constructed wetlands where it can spread modestly to stabilize banks.
Watch out for
In consistently moist conditions, this species can self-seed readily and expand beyond initial planting boundaries, so consider containment if space is limited. Foliage may decline or thin in extended drought, though established plants typically recover with autumn moisture.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lamiaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Europe and temperate Asia
Native to: Alaska, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin
Seasonality
Bloom Season
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 native wetland perennial with square stems and purple-pink flowers arranged in spiky whorls. It thrives in boggy or marshy conditions and attracts pollinators.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Marsh Woundwort grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Marsh woundwort offers reliable pollinator attraction in wet sites where many ornamental perennials struggle. Unlike some wetland species that require standing water year-round, it tolerates seasonal fluctuations typical of marshy margins and poorly drained soil. Its native status makes it a functional choice for rain gardens and constructed wetlands where it can spread modestly to stabilize banks.
Watch out for
In consistently moist conditions, this species can self-seed readily and expand beyond initial planting boundaries, so consider containment if space is limited. Foliage may decline or thin in extended drought, though established plants typically recover with autumn moisture.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lamiaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Europe and temperate Asia
Native to: Alaska, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Wisconsin
Seasonality
Bloom Season
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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