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Scutellaria baicalensis
Also Known As
- Scutellaria biacalensis
- Chinese Scullcap
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-8"
- W: 3"-12"
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Scutellaria baicalensis plant details
Scutellaria baicalensis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Scutellaria baicalensis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue and purple blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Scutellaria baicalensis
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Scutellaria baicalensis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
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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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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