Helmet Flower, Skullcap. A spreading mat-forming alpine with toothed grey-green leaves. Short erect stems of purple and cream flowers in summer. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Scutellaria alpina
A spreading mat-forming alpine with toothed grey-green leaves. Short erect stems of purple and cream flowers in summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Scutellaria |
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Species | alpina |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Helmet Flower, Skullcap |
Flower Colour | purple, cream |
Soil | Gritty |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Labiatae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | grey, green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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Maintenance | |
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