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Physostegia virginiana
Obedient Plant (False Dragonhead)
The snapdragon-like blooms are upright spikes of pink to pale lilac in colour. The flowers bloom bottom to top on each spike, with each flower surrounded by a small, leaf-like bract.
- » Upright, clumping habit
- » Dense spikes of pink to pale lilac, occasionally white, snapdragon-like flowers
- » Each flower is surrounded by a small, leaf-like bract
- » Narrow, lance-shaped, serrated, green leaves
- » Fast-growing and spreads to cover a large area
- » Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall
- » Flower Height: 125 cm
- » Foliage Height: 110 cm
Plug50
$10.33
1 Litre
$19.25
1gal
$21.88
- Category:Perennials
- Hardiness Zone:3
- Height:100-125 cm
- Spread:60-80 cm
- Bloom Color: Pink
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
Growth Rate
| • | Fast |
Critter
| • | Deer Resistant |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Planting instructions
| • | Container Plants |
Additional Information about Physostegia virginiana
The common name "obedient plant" refers to the individual flowers that can be moved into new positions.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Physostegia virginiana
Naturally found near river banks, swamps or in wet, low sites. Grows best in an average to moist, or wet soil, in full sun to partial shade. Prune in late spring to establish a compact, bushy habit and to prevent the plant from flopping over.