Teucrium scorodonia

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Wood sagePerennial, DeciduousFamily: Lamiaceae

Flower colour:

Green

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Succeeds on poor soil:

Acidic / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Teucrium scorodonia, commonly known as wood sage or woodland germander, is a herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Tunisia, including the UK. It has rough, crinkled leaves similar to those of sage, and from midsummer to early autumn it produces pale yellow flowers that are highly attractive to pollinating insects.

Despite the name, Teucrium scorodonia isn't especially tolerant of shade, and is best grown in full sun or dappled shade. As it grows, it'll gradually spread to form a fairly large colony of around a metre across.

For best results, grow Teucrium scorodonia in full sun or dappled shade, in light, well-drained, neutral to acidic soil. It will however tolerate heavier and slightly alkaline soils.

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Teucrium ‘Scorodonia’ and wildlife

Teucrium ‘Scorodonia’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Teucrium ‘Scorodonia’ poisonous?

Teucrium ‘Scorodonia’ is harmful if ingested. Its bark, foliage, fruit, pollen, roots, sap, seed capsules and seeds are toxic.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

Is known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is known to attract People

People

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