Wood betony is a perennial herbaceous and t grows good in zones 5-8. it grows to the height of 12 inches. Wood betony is an European herb, and a glorious members of the mint family.
Wood betony has purple and occasionally pink or white. It blooms from midsummer on.
This herb is a woodpland plant and it prefers a moist and shady growing habitat.
The wood betony seeds has to bed stratified for several weeks before starting them indoors. This herb can be transplanted outdoors in the middle to late spring. The plants have to be spaced 10 to 12 inches apart. Each year a clump will gradually become larger but this plant is not a plant that will spread rapidly. Their water needs are moderate to high.
The wood betony prefers to have shade and partial shade. Rich garden soil is best to grow in clap soil.
The aerial prats of the wood betony are harvest anytime during the growing season. Sips or scissors are used to harvest this herb. The aerial parts of the wood betony can be used fresh or dried.
This herb can be used as a pain-relieving herb and it is also used to help with stress and disrupted sleep patterns.
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