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BALLOTA pseudodictamnus
Commonly known as False dittany, Shrubby horehound
(Pseudodictamnus mediterraneus) - grey-green foliage, pink flowers
individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Europe, western Asia. -
EvergreenFurry, yellowish grey-green leaves to 3cm (1¼in) long.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
BorderSuits a sunny border
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Coastal / windswept
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Fully hardy
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Height
45cm (18in) -
Spread
60cm (24in)
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soilMound-forming subshrub with sparsely branched, erect, woody-based stems. Produces 2-lipped flowers 1.5cm (½in) long with open, funnel-shaped, pale green calyces 2cm (¾in) wide.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Full sun
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