White Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) is a tough, low-maintenance perennial herb known for its woolly gray-green foliage and clusters of small white flowers. These Non-GMO White Horehound Seeds produce resilient plants that thrive in full sun, dry conditions, and poor soils, making them ideal for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and low-water landscapes.
This hardy herb forms rounded, bushy clumps and attracts bees and beneficial insects during its summer bloom period. Its strong adaptability and drought tolerance make it a dependable choice for gardeners seeking easy, heat-resistant plants with ornamental value.
Features
- Soft gray-green foliage with white summer blooms
- Non-GMO seed quality
- Strong drought and heat tolerance
- Thrives in poor, rocky, or sandy soils
- Attracts bees and beneficial insects
- Hardy perennial with low-maintenance needs
- Excellent for xeriscape, borders, and dry gardens
- Compact, bushy growth habit
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Marrubium vulgare
- Common Name: White Horehound
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Perennial
- USDA Zones: 4–9
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils
- Water Needs: Low; highly drought-tolerant
- Height: 12–24 inches
- Spacing: 12–18 inches
- Bloom Time: Early to late summer
- Flower Color: White
- Season for Planting: Spring or fall
- Germination Time: 14–21 days
- Germination Temperature: 65–75°F
- Sowing Method: Lightly cover seeds
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Growth Habit: Rounded, bushy, branching
- Wildlife Benefits: Attracts bees and pollinators
- Landscape Uses: Dry gardens, rock gardens, borders, naturalized areas
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Choose well-draining soil; overly rich soil is not necessary.
- Sowing Time: Direct sow in spring after frost or in fall.
- Seed Depth: Cover seeds lightly; about 1/8 inch deep.
- Watering for Germination: Keep soil gently moist until seeds sprout.
- Germination Window: 14–21 days under warm conditions.
- Light Requirements: Full sun for strongest growth.
- Thinning: Space plants 12–18 inches apart.
- Watering After Establishment: Water sparingly; plant prefers dry soils.
- Maintenance Tips: Trim lightly to maintain shape.
- Long-Term Care: Avoid overwatering; plants thrive in heat and dryness.
