Dracocephalum ruyschianum 'Blue Dragon'
Dragon's Head
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Dragon's Head (Dracocephalum ruyschianum 'Blue Dragon') - Description
Nicely mounded plants with rosemary like leaves covered with small snapdragon type blue flowers.
Dragon's Head (Dracocephalum ruyschianum 'Blue Dragon') - Blooming
Tubular, two-lipped flowers which are borne in whorls around the stems.
Dragon's Head (Dracocephalum ruyschianum 'Blue Dragon') - Growth
These plants do best in a sunny location, but they should be relatively protected from intense light and heat as they are native to more temperate climates.
Dragon's Head (Dracocephalum ruyschianum 'Blue Dragon') - Planting
Sow seeds outdoors around the last frost date or sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. They are also easily propagated by dividing clumps from already established, overcrowded plants.
Dragon's Head (Dracocephalum ruyschianum 'Blue Dragon') - Interesting facts
The name Dracocephalum literally translates to dragon head, which is where the plants' nickname is derived. Members of this genus have flowers that resemble the heads of the mythological dragon from Eastern cultures. Like other members of the mint family (Lamiaceae), they often times have aromatic foliage.
Dragon's Head (Dracocephalum ruyschianum 'Blue Dragon') - Soil and irrigation
Average to rich, well-drained soil. In spring and summer they need ample water.
