Also known as Self-heal · 159 gardener saves
Prunella: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Prunella, the genus most gardeners know as self-heal. We track 3 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 3 most-saved Prunella varieties
Of 3 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedSummer Daze Self-Heal
Prunella vulgaris 'Summer Daze'
#2 most savedSelf-heal, Heal-all
Prunella vulgaris
#3 most savedCut-leaved Selfheal
Prunella laciniata
How to grow Prunella
What the Prunella varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 3 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Prunella year
- DivideMarch and September100% of varieties
Divide clumps every 3-4 years to control spread or rejuvenate
- PlantMarch and September67% of varieties
Plant in spring or early fall
- Spring CleanupFebruary67% of varieties
Rake away old foliage and debris before new growth starts
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not soggy 🌱
- Prune after flowering to promote new growth
- Fertilize in early spring with organic compost
- Mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
- Water regularly during dry periods 🌱
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t fertilize late in the season to prevent legginess
- Refrain from disturbing roots during flowering
- Do not plant in heavy, poorly-drained soil
What goes wrong with Prunella
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Apply neem oil or insecticidal soap |
| Slugs | Chewed leaves and slime trails | Use organic slug bait or handpick at night |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Apply neem oil or sulfur fungicide |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide |
Making more Prunella
Division
- Divide in early spring or fall
- Replant divisions 8 inches apart
seed
- Sow seeds on the soil surface in early spring.
- Keep soil moist and place in a warm, bright location.
- Germination occurs in 2-3 weeks, transplant seedlings when large enough.
Prunella questions
How many types of Prunella are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 3 distinct Prunella varieties. The most popular — ranked by 159 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Prunella grow in?
Across its varieties, Prunella covers USDA Zones 4–9. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Prunella bloom?
Most Prunella varieties bloom in late spring to late summer, mid-summer, summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Prunella should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
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Design with Prunella in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
