How much sun does Splitlip Hempnettle need?

Splitlip Hempnettle grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Splitlip Hempnettle bloom?

Splitlip Hempnettle blooms in June, July, August, and September.

Where is Splitlip Hempnettle native?

Splitlip Hempnettle (Galeopsis bifida) is native to WV, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Splitlip Hempnettle attract?

Splitlip Hempnettle draws bees and moths.

Is Splitlip Hempnettle HOA-friendly?

Splitlip Hempnettle takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Splitlip Hempnettle

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Galeopsis bifida

Last reviewed: June 2026

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

8"–24" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

Pollinators

bees, moths

Splitlip hempnettle is a modest annual wildflower that grows 8-24 inches tall with small, tubular flowers that bloom from June through September. This plant thrives in partial shade with moderate moisture and has a compact, upright growth habit.

In an HOA neighborhood

Splitlip Hempnettle takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Name includes 'hempnettle' which may cause neighbor concerns
Can appear weedy or unkempt to unfamiliar observers
Annual growth habit creates inconsistent appearance year to year

Wildlife value

The flowers provide nectar for native bees and moths throughout the summer and early fall blooming period. As an annual, it also produces seeds that can feed small birds.

Common questions

How much sun does Splitlip Hempnettle need?: Splitlip Hempnettle grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Splitlip Hempnettle bloom?: Splitlip Hempnettle blooms in June, July, August, and September.
Where is Splitlip Hempnettle native?: Splitlip Hempnettle (Galeopsis bifida) is native to WV, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Splitlip Hempnettle attract?: Splitlip Hempnettle draws bees and moths.
Is Splitlip Hempnettle HOA-friendly?: Splitlip Hempnettle takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

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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