Also known as skullcap, due to the shape of its seeds, or the ‘upside down salvia’, Scutellaria scordifolia forms mounds of neat foliage, which become smothered by two-lipped, open mouthed purple-blue flowers in summer.
Drought tolerant, it's an excellent choice for growing at the front of a dry, sunny border, where its blooms are a magnet for bees and butterflies.
Grow Scutellaria scordifolia in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.
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Scutellaria and wildlife
Scutellaria is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
