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Scutellaria 'Appalachian Blues'
Appalachian Blues Skullcap: Patent PP34,854
- » Pollinator friendly
- » Summer bloomer
- » Bicolor flowers
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone:4-8
- Height:20-24 in
- Spread:20-24 in
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Named after the mountain range of its breeder Peter Heus, ‘Appalachian Blues’ will be a dainty, blue addition to almost any place in the garden since it loves the sun or the shade. A compact, clumping habit, with serrated leaves and bicolor flowers (blueish-purple and white) that will grow to just 2’ tall.
Attributes
| • | Native |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Flower Color
| • | Blue |
Programs
| • | American Beauties Native Plants® |
Habit
| • | Mounding |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Scutellaria 'Appalachian Blues'
Grows best in well-drained, moist to dry soil conditions in partial shade. Cut back foliage in late winter early spring to refresh foliage. Flowers can be deadheaded to prolong bloom. Divide clumps every 3-4 years.