What it needs & gives back
↓ Needs
Lightfull sun to partial shade
Watermoderate to high
↑ Gives back
Mulch_biomasshigh
Companions
plantplantplant
Tomato
Nettle is believed to enhance the flavor and growth of tomatoes.
Cabbage
Nettle is said to improve the growth and health of brassicas.
Hop
Nettles are sometimes planted near hops, as they are thought to improve hop vigor and flavor, though specific mechanisms are not well-documented.
Through the year
Through the year
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emergenceEmergence of new shoots in early spring after the last frost and when soil temperatures rise above 5°C.
floweringFlowering occurs from early summer, triggered by lengthening days and warmer air temperatures.
senescenceSenescence begins with the first autumn frosts and shortening day lengths, leading to dieback.
dormancyEnters dormancy after hard frosts, with above-ground growth dying back, remaining dormant through winter.
Soil interactions
Drainagemoist but well-drained
Nitrogen fixingNo
MycorrhizalNo
Accumulatesnitrogen, iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium
Soil textureloam, clay
Organic matterHigh
Compaction toleranceMedium
Propagation
Methodsseed, division
Difficulty1 / 5
Establishes in~1 yr
Self-seedingAggressive
Divisionspring
Wildlife & pests
Attractsladybugs, butterflies, bees
Can host pestsaphids