Mexican Skullcap
Mexican Skullcap
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Scutellaria suffrutescens
Scutellaria suffrutescens
Cherry Skullcap; Texas Skullcap; Pink Skullcap
Mexico
1
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2 feet
2
–
3 feet
Full Sun
Low
Deer Resistant
Evergreen
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About This Plant
Sun/part sun; mostly evergreen, with a low, mounding growth habit that makes an attractive groundcover. The tiny, crested mint flowers resemble snapdragon or sage, and attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
The variety commonly known as Texas Skullcap (or ‘Texas Rose’ Skullcap) was originally collected near Monterrey, Mexico.
Maintenance
None required. Water occasionally if needed.
Features
Plant Type:
Perennial
Size:
1-2' H, 2-3' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun
Soil Types:
Clay, Sandy, Thin, Well drained
Wildlife:
Butterflies
Flower Color:
Pink
Bloom Time:
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
This plant goes well with
Iris germanica
Vernonia lindheimeri
Lantana x 'New Gold'
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