Physostegia virginiana

Obedient Plant

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Common Name:

Obedient Plant

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

35°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

75 cm

Maximum width:

75 cm

Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) - Description

Physostegia virginiana (obedient plant or false dragonhead) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to most of the United States, except for the Pacific Coast states.

Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) - Blooming

White, rose pink, or lavender flowers will bloom in the summer.

Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) - Growth

Erect, hairless, deciduous, rhizomatous perennials. Plant will grow to approx. 4 ft. tall. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. The flowers are suitable for cutting. Grow Physostegia in a border.

Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) - Planting

Propagate from the seed. Sow in containers in a cold frame in fall. Conduct division in winter or early spring (before new growth).

Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) - Pest

Prone to rust and slugs.

Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) - Interesting facts

Physostegia is endemic to Eastern North America. Physostegia is often called the Obedient Plant because when its flowers are moved on the stem, they will remain in the new position.

Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana) - Soil and irrigation

False Dragonheads require regular waterings. Does best in rich soil that is kept moist.