Downy hemp nettle

Galeopsis pubescens

annual0.6×0.6 mzone 1–13full sun

Profile

Family: Lamiaceae
Habit: annual
Height: 0.6 m
Spread: 0.6 m
Growth: very slow
Lifespan: 1 year
First yield: after 1 year
Hardiness: zone 1–13
Shade tolerance: full sun
Soil: Sand, Silt, Clay
Soil moisture: Desert – in water
pH: 6 – 7.5
Synonyms: Hairy Hemp nettle

Flowering & harvest

	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Flowering
Fruit harvest

Times apply to the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate and shift with altitude and cultivar.

Uses

Edible1 of 10

Medicinal1 of 10

Other uses1 of 10

Growing

Galeopsis pubescens thrives in well-drained sandy, loamy, or light clay soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. It prefers open sunny locations and tolerates poor fertility better than rich soils. Direct sowing is recommended as it does not transplant well. Avoid deep cultivation in autumn to preserve seeds. No pruning is required; deadhead spent flowers to limit self-seeding.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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