Scutellaria serrata

Showy skullcap

Showy skullcap is a shorter, more shade-tolerant skullcap, producing numerous blue flowers much beloved by a variety of wild bees. After blooming, the edges of the leaves begin to turn purplish, and by fall the leaves will have become rich purple, providing a lovely contrast in areas of mostly green.

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Height: 12-30 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Bloom Color: Purple

Characteristics & Attributes

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


North American Distribution


Showy skullcap - Scutellaria serrata from Native Plant Trust
Showy skullcap - Scutellaria serrata from Native Plant Trust