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Lamiaceae (Labiatae)

Woody, branching stems;shiny, dark green, oval leaves with scalloped margins; tubular, speckled bilabate flowers that grow in whorls.

Plant Form or Habit: rounded

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Use: beds & borders herbs

Propagation: division stem cuttings

Light Requirement: high medium

Flower Color: purple, pink

Blooming Period: summer

Height: 6 - 18"

Width: 18 - 24"

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: high

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Prefers well-drained, fairly rich, light-textured soils; cut back leaf tips and woody stems every spring; responds well to shearing for a formal border; a well watered plant can be part of a fire retardant landscape.