Downy Skullcap

Scutellaria incana

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

This easy to grow plant prefers partial shade and moist conditions. Can grow at light levels from deep shade to full sun. Best on dryish, sandy or clay soils. A very attractive plant with a tidy form. Cut back previous year's growth during the winter months. Attractive food source for bumblebees. The bitter foliage is not attractive to deer or rabbits.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

No Wetland Tolerance Never occurs in wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Upland Restoration

Tendency to Spread

Medium

Height (ft)

2-3

Flower Color

Blue

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

June-Aug