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    Scutellaria scordifolia

    Also Known As

    • Scutellaria scordiifolia
    • SKULLCAP

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 15"-24"

    planting zones

    • 5b-10a

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    Scutellaria scordifolia plant details

    Scutellaria scordifolia is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Scutellaria scordifolia

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Scutellaria scordifolia

    USDA Zones: 5b - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This tiny (6-8") but vigorous mounder will cover itself with fragrant purple ?snapdragons? all summer; a real gem for containers, rock garden or border. S/M/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    A vigorous Korean species it will form sizable colonies over time with 30cm scapes of purple blue flowers. ZONE 5

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Scutellaria scordifolia plant

    How to Grow Scutellaria scordifolia

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    Landscape groups by tags

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    Scutellaria suffrutescens

    aka Cherry Skullcap

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Groundcover

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 3"-8"

    Width: 10"-18"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Scutellaria suffrutescens flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Scutellaria diffusa

    aka Turkish Skullcap

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover, Herb

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 4"-6"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
    • low - drought tolerant
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    Scutellaria longifolia 'Purple Fountains'

    aka Scutellaria 'Purple Fountain', Scutellaria longifolia 'Purple Fountain', Purple Fountain Scutellaria, Purple Fountains Skullcap, Ventenat's Hot Pink Skullcap

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 8"-12"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Scutellaria longifolia 'Purple Fountains' flower by Almost Eden
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    Scutellaria costaricana

    aka Costa Rican Skullcap, Dragon's Tears, Scarlet Skullcap

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Herb

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 6"-9"

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Scutellaria costaricana by Accents for Home and Garden
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    Scutellaria formosana

    aka Scutellaria javanica, Skullcap

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Herb

    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"-24"

    Width: 6"-12"

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Scutellaria formosana by Accents for Home and Garden
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