Attractive Pink-Purple Flowers
Produces clusters of small pink to magenta-purple flowers that add seasonal color to ornamental gardens.
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Germander, commonly known as Wall Germander, is an attractive perennial herb valued for its aromatic green foliage, compact growth habit, and pink to purple flowers. Botanically known as Teucrium chamaedrys, it is well suited to rock gardens, garden borders, low hedges, and ornamental containers. This Mediterranean plant thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil and can be pruned to maintain a neat, compact appearance.
Produces clusters of small pink to magenta-purple flowers that add seasonal color to ornamental gardens.
Features small, glossy green leaves with scalloped edges and a pleasant aromatic character when crushed.
Forms a low-growing, mounding plant suitable for edging, rock gardens, and decorative low hedges.
Its flowers can attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during the blooming season.
| Scientific Name | Teucrium chamaedrys |
| Common Name | Germander; Wall Germander |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial subshrub |
| Seed Type | Ornamental plant seeds |
| Flower Color | Pink to magenta-purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Growth Habit | Compact, mounding, and spreading |
| Approximate Mature Height | 15–45 cm (6–18 inches) |
| Approximate Mature Spread | 30–60 cm (12–24 inches) |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 5–9, depending on local conditions |
| Planting Season | Spring or early autumn, according to local climate |
| Seed Starting | Start indoors or sow in a suitable prepared seedbed; follow supplier instructions |
| Germination Time | Approximately 14–30 days under suitable conditions; results vary |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 18–21°C (65–70°F) as a starting guide |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; neutral to alkaline soil is suitable |
| Watering | Keep seedlings evenly moist; water established plants moderately |
| Flowering Season | Late spring through summer, depending on climate |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 30–45 cm (12–18 inches), adjusted for the intended design |
Germander adds ornamental value through its compact growth, aromatic green foliage, and attractive pink-purple flowers. Its suitability for edging, rock gardens, low hedges, and containers makes it a versatile choice for structured garden designs. Provide adequate sunlight, well-drained soil, and appropriate watering to encourage healthy establishment and flowering.
Learn about Germander seed germination, pruning, and the best growing conditions for Wall Germander.
Wall Germander seeds may germinate in approximately 14–30 days under suitable conditions, although timing and success rates vary with seed freshness, temperature, moisture, and the growing method. Follow the instructions supplied with your specific seed variety for the most reliable results.
Trim Wall Germander after flowering or lightly during the growing season to maintain a compact shape and encourage branching. Remove damaged growth and avoid cutting too deeply into old, bare woody stems. Regular light pruning helps keep borders and low hedges tidy.
Wall Germander is well suited to sunny gardens with freely draining soil and can tolerate relatively dry conditions once established. In hot climates, provide some protection during extreme afternoon heat and water young plants regularly while their roots develop. Avoid prolonged waterlogging.