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Dracocephalum rupestre
Also Known As
- Dragon's Head
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-24"
- W: 12"-15"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Dracocephalum rupestre plant details
Dracocephalum rupestre is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dracocephalum rupestre
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue and purple blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dracocephalum rupestre
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
The deep violet blue flowers are 3-5cm long, on plants usually less than a foot tall, a Chinese species often confused with grandiflorum _ZONE 5
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Gardening facts about Dracocephalum rupestre plant
How to Grow Dracocephalum rupestre
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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