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Black Horehound - 3" Starter Pot - Ballota Nigra - Rare Herbs

Black Horehound - 3" Starter Pot - Ballota Nigra - Rare Herbs

Regular price $10.49 USD
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Name: Black Horehound
Scientific Name: Ballota nigra
Family: Lamiaceae

Product Description:
Black Horehound (Ballota nigra) is a perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae (mint) family. It grows up to 3 feet (90 cm) in height with erect, herbaceous, soft-haired stems. The leaves are opposite, toothy, heart-shaped, and covered with soft hairs. The flowers are pink or purple and organized in verticillasters, appearing from July to September. Native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, but now widely distributed in Europe, including southern Scandinavia, North Africa, and Central Asia. It is also naturalized in South and North America, New Zealand, and other regions. The flowers are organized in verticillasters and have a strong characteristic smell reminiscent of mold or humidity. Produces four smooth, cylindrical to ovoid, black nutlets.

Origination: Mediterranean region, Asia
Historic Uses: Ethnobotanicals, Herbs
Height: 3ft
Hardiness: USDA 4-9
Flower Color:  Pink/Purple

Growing Instructions:
Prefers semi-shade to full sun. Thrives in nitrogen-rich, moist, and well-drained soil. Can be propagated by seeds sown in spring or by root-division in autumn.

Ships in 3" pots. You will receive a plant similar to the ones pictured, though size and fullness may vary. Please understand that shipped plants have bumpy rides. A few broken leaves or small stems are normal during shipping and are not considered damage. Broken stems can be rooted once the cut end dries to start new growth. Plants may arrive semi‑dormant, and in winter they may naturally drop a few leaves. If your plant arrives rotting or dead, we will replace it. Please contact us with photo proof within 24 hours of delivery. After 24 hours, plant care becomes the buyer’s responsibility, though we’re always happy to answer questions and help you succeed. We also add brief instructions on getting started when you open your box. We want our plant babies to have happy new homes! 🥰

 

Heat packs are available to purchase in our shop for cold-sensitive plants. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 These are necessary for winter shipping, so I sell them at cost. I won't refund or replace any frozen plants unless you buy one!

 

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Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA easily due to state import laws. All plants shipped there must be inspected before entry. Seed-grown herbaceous plants may not survive transit. I cannot guarantee herbaceous plant orders from these states, so order at your own risk. Hoyas, cacti, and succulents are an exception. My apologies for any inconvenience.

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