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Under the Oak Canopy - Plant Care for Your New Landscape
Plant Name: Skullcap –
Scutellaria suffrutescens
They are called “skullcap” because the flowers
resemble miniature medieval helmets.
Plant Size: Grows up to 12-18” tall and 2-3’ wide.
Evergreen/Deciduous: Herbaceous perennial
Light Needs: Partial to full sun
Watering: Water regularly during first growing season
to establish the root system.
Once established, it is drought tolerant. Waterwise
plant.
Blooms: Blue-purple or pink flowers appear late spring
to fall.
Key feature: Drought tolerant color, good for color in shade, compact form, easy
care, heat loving, North American native, waterwise.
Pruning: Cut back to the ground at the end of the growing season.
Care: Remove spent flowers to encourage blooming.
