Growing Guide: Wild Dagga, Klip Dagga, Siberian Motherwort
Growing Tips
Siberian Motherwort, Wild Dagga, and Klip Dagga are fast-growing perennial herbs that thrive in part shade to shade and dry, sandy, well-draining soil. They are drought tolerant but also perform well in humid conditions. When growing in pots, water once or twice weekly as needed. Siberian Motherwort can reach 5–8 ft., while Wild Dagga and Klip Dagga can reach 4–9 ft. All three can be harvested year-round and are capable of harvest within the growing season. Protect plants from frost in Zones 9–11, or grow them on a patio or in a greenhouse in Zone 4+. Propagate by seed or division.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Plants | Siberian Motherwort, Wild Dagga, Klip Dagga |
| Botanical Names | Leonurus sibiricus, Leonotis leonurus, Leonotis nepetifolia |
| Plant Type | Perennial Herb |
| Harvest Season | Year-round |
| Mature Size | Siberian Motherwort: 5–8 ft.; Wild Dagga and Klip Dagga: 4–9 ft. |
| Soil & Moisture | Dry, sandy, well-draining soil. Drought tolerant but also thrives in humid conditions. Water once or twice weekly if growing in a pot. |
| Light Requirements | Part Shade, Shade |
| Self-Fertile | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Zone Hardiness | Outdoors 9–11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+ |
| Propagation | Grown from seed and division; capable of harvest within growing season |
