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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: Sow seed outdoors in the fall for spring germination - stratify if sowing indoors.

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Eastern, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mexico Northeast, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, United States, Virginia

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Physostegia virginianaPhysostegia virginiana

False Dragonhead, Obedient Plant

In Stock: 0.187 lb (Total:0.187lb)

Physostegia virginiana

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0.19 lb IA

Details

Germination:

97%

Germination test:

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

195,417

Quantity:

0.19 lb

Collected in:

Iowa

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835539

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed

Other: Sow seed outdoors in the fall for spring germination - stratify if sowing indoors.

Native

Introduced

Discover the charm of Physostegia virginiana, commonly known as Obedient Plant—a stunning perennial that brings vibrant life to your garden. Native to North America, this captivating member of the mint family flourishes in moderately to consistently wet sites, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens and naturalized areas. Its name derives from its unique trait: gently adjust the position of its beautiful pastel pink blooms, and they obligingly remain in place, akin to adjustable ornaments.

Rising to impressive heights of 4 feet, Obedient Plant's tubular, snapdragon-like flowers bloom from late June through September, offering a rich source of nectar to bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. Ideal for USDA Zones 3-9, it thrives in full to partial sun conditions, showing tolerance to deer and clay soils. While its rapid spread via rhizomes can overwhelm tight spaces, strategic home landscaping can accommodate this feature for breathtaking garden displays.

Cultivate this deer-resistant beauty in moist, well-drained soil, and watch it transform meadows, prairies, and borders with ease. Perfect for gardeners seeking long-lasting color and wildlife engagement, Obedient Plant is both a showstopper and a guardian for biodiversity, making it a remarkable addition to any landscape.