Description
The obedient plant is a perennial of the mint family (Lamiaceae). It comes from North America. The plant has an upright habit and grows up to 80 cm tall. It is a vigorous perennial that grows quickly and spreads by runners. The stems are densely leafy; the upper leaves are stalkless, elongated, lance-shaped, irregularly and sharply toothed, and the lower ones have short stalks.
Requirements
Obedient plant grows best in moderately fertile, sandy-loam, not too dry, free-draining soils. The position should be sunny or lightly shaded.
Propagation
It is propagated by division in autumn or spring.
Care
It is excellent for borders, but remember that it spreads vigorously, so give it plenty of room. In borders it is advisable to move it every 2–3 years so that it does not smother other plants. Its flowers can be cut for bouquets.