White Horehound Plant Care

White Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) belongs to the Lamiaceae family within the Marrubium genus. White Horehound is native to Europe, northern Africa, and southwestern and central Asia. White Horehound is also known as Common Horehound, Horehound.

White Horehound displays a low, spreading perennial growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . White Horehound produces small white or pale pink clustered flowers.

White Horehound thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Well-draining sandy loam with added perlite for improved drainage. Good drainage is essential for White Horehound to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

White Horehound can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to white horehound plant care, which shares the same genus.

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White Horehound is susceptible to aphids, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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