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Scutellaria incana

downy skullcap, hoary skullcap

Downy skullcap is a great garden plant, growing tall and blooming repeatedly from midsummer to fall. It thrives in dry, sandy, well-draining soils, but tolerates clay soils as well. With its deep blue flowers and attractive foliage, this plant is perfect in partial shade.

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Height: 12-30 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: Purple

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Summer Bloom
Fall Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Urban Environment
Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Specimen
Rain Garden
Massing


North American Distribution


downy skullcap - Scutellaria incana from Native Plant Trust
downy skullcap - Scutellaria incana from Native Plant Trust
downy skullcap - Scutellaria incana from Native Plant Trust
downy skullcap - Scutellaria incana from Native Plant Trust