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Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 30"-48"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 4a-9a

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Veronicastrum virginicum 'Cupid' plant details

Veronicastrum virginicum 'Cupid' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Veronicastrum virginicum 'Cupid'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 30 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Veronicastrum virginicum 'Cupid'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

(Culver’s Root) Easy to grow perennial with tall stems 3-4’ tall topped with dramatic amethyst spikes resembling arrows late summer to early fall.  Very architectural!  Stems are whorled with handsome serrated emerald foliage.  Needs full sun, well drained moist to wet soil and attracts butterflies.  Plant clumps are 2-3’ wide.

Gardening facts about Veronicastrum virginicum 'Cupid' plant

How to Grow Veronicastrum virginicum 'Cupid'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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