Prunella vulgaris

Prunella vulgaris var. asiatica

The following is information regarding Prunella vulgaris var. lilacina:

Growth Characteristics
- Growth Environment: It thrives in full sun and partial shade and has excellent adaptability to various soil conditions.
- Growth Form: It is a perennial herbaceous plant that propagates via rhizomes, with stems growing above ground that have nodes.
- Leaves and Flowers: The leaves are opposite and oval-shaped. The flowers are purple and bloom in the summer, forming inflorescences with clusters of small flowers.

Propagation Methods
- Seed Propagation: Collect ripe seeds in the autumn and sow them directly in early spring or autumn.
- Division Propagation: Divide and plant root ball in the spring or autumn.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil Preparation: Select well-draining soil and provide basal fertilizer by adding organic fertilizer.
- Watering: Be careful not to overwater, and appropriate watering is required during dry periods. - Fertilizer Management: Apply fertilizer rich in nitrogen and potassium during the growing season to promote growth and flowering.

Uses in the Garden
- Landscape Plant: It is used as a ground cover plant, and planting it in clusters can create a spectacular flower garden.
- Medicinal Plant: It has been traditionally used for medicinal purposes and is known for its various health benefits.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: It may be susceptible to fungal diseases; ensure good ventilation and use fungicides if necessary.
- Pests: Aphids and scale insects may occur; control them using insecticides upon early detection.

Prunella vulgaris var. lilacina is a plant with excellent adaptability to the environment, and with proper care, it can be utilized beautifully and beneficially in the garden.

Plant Type
Plant Family	Lamiaceae
Height	30cm
Spread
Colors	purple
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

Protea quinaroides
Protea cynaroides

White honeysuckle
Prunella vulgaris subsp. asiatica f. leucocephala