Germander
Teucrium chamaedrys
Lamiaceae · perennial · introduced
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As of March 31, 2026, soil temperature at Kent / Auburn is 47.7°F. Germander, hardy to Zone Zones 5a–9b, is in early-season conditions in Zone 8b.
Wall germander is a low perennial from Mediterranean regions of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. It reaches under 1 ft tall with a spreading, horizontal growth habit and produces two-lipped, magenta-pink flowers in dense terminal spikes from June to August.
Germander prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soil (pH 6.0-8.0) in zones 5a-9b. It is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and attracts bees and butterflies. It tolerates rabbits, deer, and poor soil, making it well-suited to dry garden conditions.
Quick Facts
Height
0-1 ft
Spread
1-2 ft
Growth Rate
Slow
Light
Full Sun
Soil
Well Drained
Water
Low to moderate
Hardiness
Zone Zones 5a–9b
Bloom Time
spring, summer
Origin
Mediterranean areas of Europe, Middle East and Africa