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kr74
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DRAGON'S HEAD

kr74 (Dracocephalum moldavica)

Plant grown for use as a herbal tea, 30-50 cm in heigth. The leaves have an aroma similar to mint, but with a nice lemon flavour too. Attractive purple inflorescences appear in July and August. Flowers are edible, and very attractive to bees.

Lifespan: annual
Comment: good for pollinators
Positive for pollinators: Yes
Seed spacing between the row: 40-50 cm
Seed spacing in the row: 50-70 cm
Sowing depth: 1-2 cm

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Explanations

Bee-friendly: This plant has a good nectar or pollen supply, which is especially good for honey and wild bees, as well as other pollinating insects. There are 500 different kinds of wild bees alone. Some crops are best approached by specialists, others by generalists.