PHYSOSTEGIA VIRGINIANA

Physostegia virginiana

Physostegia virginiana is a hardy herbaceous perennial native to North America. The plant has irregular, lanceolate and finely toothed leaves of a deep dark green color. The flowers, of a delicate mauve color, have a corolla shaped like a snapdragon and are grouped in dense terminal spikes, creating a remarkable ornamental effect during the flowering season.

Plant Information:

• Exposure: Suitable for full sun and partial shade
• Flowering: June - August
• Height in moist soil: 100–120 cm

Physostegia virginiana thrives in moist, well-drained soil, and because of its hardiness and summer flowering, it is an ideal choice for borders, beds and water gardens.