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Physostegia virginiana [lavender flowers]

Also Known As

  • Physostegia virginiana 'Lavender'
  • False Dragonhead
  • Obedient Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 2b-9b

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Physostegia virginiana [lavender flowers] plant details

Physostegia virginiana [lavender flowers] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Physostegia virginiana [lavender flowers]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Physostegia virginiana [lavender flowers]

USDA Zones: 2b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A hardy clumping rhizomatous perennial. Lance shaped toothed mid green leaves are held on straight square stems. The lavender foxglove-like flowers appear in dense spikes atop each stem in summer and autumn. The flowers can be moved to new positions where they will remain, hence the common name. Feed Well.

By: Zephs

Gardening facts about Physostegia virginiana [lavender flowers] plant

How to Grow Physostegia virginiana [lavender flowers]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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