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Physostegia virginiana 'Rose'
Obedient Plant
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farm
- Trumpet shaped, pale pink-rose flowers in spring
- Very fragrant, Blooms mid-late summer to fall
- Stiff, square stems with narrow leaves
- Tough, vigorous groundcover
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Long Blooming
Native
Vigorous
Deer Resistant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers average, moist, well-drained, acidic soil and full sun. Tolerates wet soil, some partial shade and drought once established. Flopping may occur in rich soil, too much shade or hot summer temperatures. The species is know to spread aggressively with rhizomes and self-seeding. Plants can be divided in spring or fall.
Height: 24 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Spacing: 24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Pink
Zone: 4-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Naturalizing
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Drought Tolerant
- Vigorous
- Native
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Physostegia
Common Name: Obedient Plant
Rhizomatous perennial with narrow-lanceolate, toothed, green leaves. Tubular, snapdragon-like flowers are pink, pale lilac or white on terminal spikes blooming through summer. Great for borders, cottage gardens and meadows. Physostegia virginiana is native.