How much sun does Woodbalm need?

Woodbalm grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Woodbalm bloom?

Woodbalm blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Woodbalm native?

Woodbalm (Lepechinia calycina) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Woodbalm attract?

Woodbalm draws bees and hummingbirds.

Woodbalm

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Lepechinia calycina

Last reviewed: October 2026

Woodbalm (Lepechinia calycina) is a perennial shrub native to CA. It blooms in April, May, and June. The flowers draw bees and hummingbirds.

Toxicity unknown

Woodbalm (Lepechinia calycina) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part sun

Water

low

Size

36"–72" H × 36"–60" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

Pollinators

bees, hummingbirds

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An aromatic evergreen shrub with soft gray-green leaves and whorled spikes of pale lavender-white tubular flowers in late spring. Foliage releases a pleasant sage-like scent when brushed against.

Growing Woodbalm

Grow Woodbalm in part sun and low water. Mature plants reach 36 to 72 inches tall and spread 36 to 60 inches wide.

Wildlife value

Tubular flowers draw hummingbirds and bumble bees throughout the bloom season.

Common questions

How much sun does Woodbalm need?: Woodbalm grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Woodbalm bloom?: Woodbalm blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Woodbalm native?: Woodbalm (Lepechinia calycina) is native to CA, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Woodbalm attract?: Woodbalm draws bees and hummingbirds.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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