Botanical name | Pycnostachys urticifolia |
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Plant Care |
![]() Full Sun
Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day. ![]() Semi Frost Hardy
Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures. ![]() Moderate Watering
Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering. ![]() Pruning Required
Pruning Required – Needs to be Pruned. ![]() Indigenous
Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
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Categories | |
Flowers | February March April This plant bears conical spikes of bright blue flowers in autumn. |
Common name(s) | Blue boys, Hedgehog sage |
Origin | |
Maintenance | This plant needs to be pruned after flowering. |
Other languages | Ystervarksalie (A) |
Pycnostachys urticifolia (Blue boys, Hedgehog sage)
- Botanical name: Pycnostachys urticifolia
- Common name(s): Blue boys, Hedgehog sage
- Categories: Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
A tall-growing, herbaceous, perennial shrub with conical spikes of bright blue flowers in autumn. Prune after flowering.
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Pycnostachys urticifolia requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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February March April This plant bears conical spikes of bright blue flowers in autumn.