Physostegia virginiana 'Crystal Peak White' [British Grown Herbaceous Perennial]

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Size

13cm

£8.00

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Small spikes of white flowers sprout above the clumping foliage throughout summer. Hardy throughout the UK down to -26°C

This plant is known as the Obedient plant because its flowers stay where you put them when you twist them. Its short flower spikes grow up out of bushy foliage, adding shades of brilliant white above the bright green foliage. The flowers are tubular, with lips to make them look like miniature snapdragons, and the plant is long-flowering making it an excellent addition to your flower display.

Perennial

Flower: short spikes

Flowers July to September

Scientific Name
Physostegia virginiana (bladder covering from Virginia) 'Crystal Peak White'

Common Name
Obedient Plant

Origin
Native to North America, from Quebec to New Mexico

Pruning Tips
Cut back faded flower spikes to the ground to stimulate further growth.

Wildlife Value
This plant has nectar and pollen-rich flowers and is known to attract bees.

Positioning
Full sun to partial shade

Water
Keep the soil moist; water in dry weather.

Soil
Soil should be moist and well-draining.

Food
Add a layer of mulch annually in spring to keep the soil around this plant fertile.

Pet-safe
Yes; no toxicity reported, though it's best for the plant, your pets and your harvest if they don't nibble too much!

Sprouts Top Tips
This plant is fairly easygoing once established; it will even tolerate wet soil, so just make sure you give it a little extra water in dry weather, and remember to give it fresh mulch in spring- you may not be able to see it growing back yet, but it will appreciate it!