Helmet Flower, Skullcap. A low alpine with bushy stems of grey-green leaves. Pretty blue-grey and cream tubular flowers in late spring. May flower again in late summer if deadheaded after flowering. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Scutellaria indica var. parvifolia
A low alpine with bushy stems of grey-green leaves. Pretty blue-grey and cream tubular flowers in late spring. May flower again in late summer if deadheaded after flowering.
Additional information
| Generic | Scutellaria |
|---|---|
| Species | indica |
| Varietry | var. parvifolia |
| Common Name | Helmet Flower, Skullcap |
| Flower Colour | blue, grey, cream |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 10cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| 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 | |
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