Laportea Species, Canadian Wood Nettle, Kentucky Hemp, Wood Nettle

Laporteacanadensis

Genus
Laportea (la-POR-tee-a)
Species
canadensis (ka-na-DEN-sis)
Synonym
Urtica canadensis
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Herbs
Perennials
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Fairborn, Ohio

Leesburg, Virginia

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