Dracocephalum moldavica

Moldavian dragonhead

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Aromatic annual herb with a distinctive lemon scent and vibrant blue-purple flowers. A popular culinary and medicinal plant in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Moldavian dragonhead
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Dracocephalum
Species Moldavica
Origin Europe / Asia
Blooming Summer to early autumn (June-Sept)
Leaf Color Green with grey undertones
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained loamy soil with neutral pH and good organic matter content.

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Watering

Moderate watering schedule; allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Avoid waterlogging.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun exposure required for best growth, flowering intensity and scent production.

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Fertilization

Light feeding monthly during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer diluted half strength.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage blooming; harvest leaves as needed for culinary use.

Pest Control Aphid Slug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 55%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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