White Flower Farm Stachys Summer Crush

This variety spreads gradually via rhizomes, meaning it will slowly expand its footprint over time rather than taking over your garden bed aggressively. You can easily manage its size by dividing the clumps every few years.

Yes, Stachys 'Summer Crush' is considered deer-resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof if food sources are scarce, the texture and scent of this foliage are generally unappealing to browsing deer.

Once established, 'Summer Crush' is quite drought-tolerant. You will need to water it regularly during its first season to help it settle in, but after that, it can handle drier spells with ease.

Yes, this plant is tolerant of clay soils, provided the area is not prone to standing water. Ensure the site is well-drained to prevent root rot, as Stachys prefers not to sit in soggy conditions.

Because of its upright, bicolor spikes, it works beautifully as an edging plant or grouped in the middle of a border. It pairs particularly well with darker-blooming perennials, which help the pink and white spikes stand out.

It performs best in full sun to part shade. While it can tolerate some shade, you will get the most vigorous growth and the best flower production if it receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.