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Epling's hedgenettle

Stachys eplingii

Epling's hedgenettle (Stachys eplingii) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes AR, OK. Hardy in zones 5a–9a. Mature size 1"–40". Blooms May–Aug.

// QUICK FACTS

Family: —
Group: perennial
Native range: Native to 11 U.S. states, including AL, AR, DC, GA, KY, NC…
USDA hardiness: Zones 5a–9a
Mature size: 1"–40"
Sun: —
Water: —
Bloom: May–Aug
Wildlife value: Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role: native species profile

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

Epling's hedgenettle (Stachys eplingii) is a perennial in the — family. Native range includes AR, OK. Hardy in zones 5a–9a. Mature size 1"–40". Blooms May–Aug.

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, epling's hedgenettle pairs naturally with: Broadleaf Arrowhead (Sagittaria latifolia), Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium angustifolium), Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis).