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Common
name: "Skull Cap"
Latin name: Scutellaria alpina
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Zone: 4
- 8
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 6" - 12"
Spread: 12"
Flowers: Yes, June - Sept
Flower type: Racemes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 2
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Pictured: S.
alpina 'Arcobaleno Mix' |
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Cultivation:
Plant in full sun in well drained soil. Adapts to most soil types.
Tolerates some light shade. Mulching may be required for winter
protection.
Propagation:
Seed should to be started in a cold frame or greenhouse, and held
over the winter for planting the following spring.. For quicker growth,
purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center. Once
established, plants can be divide in spring. Softwood
cuttings can also be taken in spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Aphids, powdery mildew or spider mites. |
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