Species Northern bugleweed

Northern bugleweed

Lycopus uniflorus

Northern Bugleweed (Lycopus uniflorus) is an attractive ornamental plant known for its long flowering period from mid-summer to early fall. Its attractive, deep green foliage is narrow and predominately hairless. Its delicate, small, white flowers are densely held in terminal spikes. A North American native, this perennial prefers moist soils and shady locations. It self-seeds and spreads along the ground in gorgeous blankets of foliage. Northern Bugleweed is often used for erosion control, is beneficial for pollinators, and makes a wonderful addition to any native plant garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full shade,part shade

Soil:

Sandy,Loamy,Clay

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Northern bugleweed needs to be watered moderately throughout the summer months, approximately every 2 to 3 days. During the hot summer months with high temperatures, they may need water more often. During the cooler winter months, Northern bugleweed is more tolerant of drought, so less frequent watering is adequate. In general, Northern bugleweed should be watered deeply once or twice a week to encourage healthy growth.

sunlight

Northern bugleweed is best grown in partial to full shade, preferably with at least 4 hours of sun per day. This plant prefers cooler temperatures, so it should not be left in direct sunlight for more than 4 hours per day during the summer months. It can tolerate some sun in spring and fall when temperatures are cooler. To avoid burning the leaves, it’s important to avoid placing the plant in full sun in the middle of the day when the sun is most intense.

pruning

Northern bugleweed (Lycopus uniflorus) should be pruned in late winter, just before new growth starts to appear. Pruning should be done by cutting back the foliage to 1-third its original size, and removing any dead, diseased, or damaged branches. Pruning will encourage growth and help to keep Northern bugleweed looking its best.