Lesser skullcap
Scutellaria minor
Lesser skullcap is a petite, moisture-loving perennial native to damp heathlands and boggy meadows, producing small lilac flowers in summer. It thrives in humus-rich, reliably moist soil with partial sun and is well suited to rain gardens or pond edges. Minimal pruning is required; simply tidy back after flowering to encourage fresh growth.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Keep Soil Consistently Moist But Not Saturated; Do Not Allow To Dry Out Completely
Soil pH
4 – 4.5
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 27, 2021 by Becca McCoy (cc-by-sa)
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