Prunella vulgaris is typically harvested from July to September.
self-heal
Prunella vulgaris
Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) is a perennial flowering plant that can be found in many parts of the world. It enjoys wet, shady spots and is known for its ability to self-heal. It has numerous clusters of short-stalked, blue-purple flowers that can bloom between June and August. Self-heal has a reputation for having medicinal benefits, including use as a throat remedy. Its leaves have a sour and bitter taste when eaten raw, but when boiled, the plant has a pleasant flavour and various healing properties. Its stems and flowers can also be eaten and used in various culinary dishes. Self-heal is also a bee-friendly plant, that can attract numerous species to its flowers.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation,Stolon
Hardiness Zone:
3
Flowers:
Showy, Violet, Blue Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Rocky , gravelly , dry
Fruits:
purple,black Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) is a hardy plant that requires regular watering to stay healthy and look good. It prefers moist soil, but it should never be waterlogged. Water Self-heal once a week in the spring and summer months to keep the soil consistently damp. In the fall, reduce watering to every 2 weeks. During winter, it's best to water Self-heal only once a month. Make sure the top inch of soil is dry before watering so you don't overwater. If the soil feels dry 1 inch beneath the surface, it's probably time to give your Self-heal a good watering.
sunlight
Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) is a species of sun-loving plant that thrives in full to partial sunlight. It does best when exposed to about 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day during its blooming season; however, it can tolerate some shade and will adjust itself to its environment. During the late spring, summer, and early fall months, self-heal should be placed in a spot that receives direct sunlight. During the winter months, it can benefit from a bit of indirect sunlight. Self-heal also prefers a cool, moist environment.
pruning
Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) should be lightly pruned once or twice a year in the early spring when the weather warms up. Pruning should focus on removing any dead, diseased or damaged foliage and developing a healthy shape for the plant. In addition, if the plant appears to be growing too thickly, remove some of the older, more mature growth to open the center of the plant - this will allow more airflow and light penetration. Shearing or cutting the plant back to the same height is not recommended, as this can promote an undesirable and unnatural look for the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Self-heal typically starts flowering in May.
Harvest Fruit
Prunella vulgaris is typically harvested from July to September.
