Scutellaria Species, Norfolk Skullcap, Spear-leaved Skullcap

Scutellariahastifolia

Family
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Scutellaria (skew-teh-LARE-ee)
Species
hastifolia (hass-tih-FOH-lee-uh)
Synonym
Cassida hastifolia
Scutellaria dubia
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Blue-Violet
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
0
neutral
0
negative
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