August 30th Birth Flower Spotlight, Wall Germander

Description of Wall Germander The Wall Germander (Teucrium chamaedrys) is a hardy, perennial herb that belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. Native to the Mediterranean region, this plant is valued for its ornamental appeal and medicinal properties. Wall germander thrives in rocky, sunlit areas, often growing as a low hedge or ground cover. Its evergreen nature and resilience make it a popular choice in gardens, particularly in formal herb gardens and knot designs....

August 30, 2024 · 4 min · 676 words · 365days

August 14th Birth Flower Spotlight, Wall Germander

Description of Wall Germander The Wall Germander (Teucrium chamaedrys) is a hardy perennial plant native to Europe, the Mediterranean, and parts of Asia. This evergreen herb is a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is widely appreciated for its small, scalloped leaves and vibrant pink to purple flowers that bloom during the summer months. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for edging gardens, forming hedges, or decorating rockeries....

August 14, 2024 · 4 min · 749 words · 365days