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Blephilia hirsuta

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 20 - 45 cm (8 - 18 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Blephilia hirsuta (hairy woodmint) bears showy and pale mauve blossoms during late spring to early fall. The foliage is greyish green in colour and aromatic.
Typical Uses Naturalization, wild flower and woodland.
Cautions Be aware that bees and wasps are attracted to this herbaceous perennial.