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Scutellaria oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby'

Also Known As

  • Scutellaria orientalis ssp. oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby'
  • Lilac Lullaby Skullcap

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 5a-7b

Scutellaria oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby' plant details

Scutellaria oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In spring purple and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Scutellaria oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: purple and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: clumping, container plant, edging plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Scutellaria oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby'

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This little (10-12") darling must have heard the old adage"honey works better than vinegar": its yellow snapdragon-like flowers have lilac-purple "lips" which sing lullabies rather than snap over a long bloom period.

Gardening facts about Scutellaria oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby' plant

How to Grow Scutellaria oreophila 'Lilac Lullaby'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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