Drummond's Hedgenettle
Stachys drummondii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
TX
Pollinators
butterflies, moths, nectar insects
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Drummond's Hedgenettle is a native Texas wildflower that produces spikes of small purple or pink flowers from spring through late summer. This low-growing annual herb forms compact clumps with textured foliage and attracts numerous pollinators during its extended bloom period.
In an HOA neighborhood
Drummond's Hedgenettle is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, backyard only.
- Requires seasonal replanting
- May have messy dieback
Wildlife value
The long flowering season supports butterflies, moths, and various nectar-feeding insects from March through August. Its abundant small flowers provide a reliable nectar source during hot summer months when many other plants stop blooming.
Common questions
- How much sun does Drummond's Hedgenettle need?
- Drummond's Hedgenettle grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Drummond's Hedgenettle bloom?
- Drummond's Hedgenettle blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.
- Where is Drummond's Hedgenettle native?
- Drummond's Hedgenettle (Stachys drummondii) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Drummond's Hedgenettle attract?
- Drummond's Hedgenettle draws butterflies, moths, and nectar insects.
- Is Drummond's Hedgenettle HOA-friendly?
- Drummond's Hedgenettle is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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