Veronicastrum virginicum 'Erica'

Also Known As

Culver's Root

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 15"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Veronicastrum virginicum 'Erica' plant details

Veronicastrum virginicum 'Erica' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronicastrum virginicum 'Erica'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronicastrum virginicum 'Erica'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Erica's strong leafy stems taper delicately into long two-toned racemes of lavish red buds and small tightly packed pale pink flowers with prominent darker stamens. Opening from the base up, the slender wands bend and curve, adding a playful air to the impressive carriage below. Display this graceful Veronicastrum with Selenium wallichianum's white umbels, and the rosy plumes of Miscanthus 'Positano'.