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(Scutellaria drummondii)
Drummond’s Skullcap (Scutellaria drummondii)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Mint Hill, North Carolina
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 13" - 64" | 47" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 73°F - 100°F | 89°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 14°F - 66°F | 30°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Scutellaria drummondii, commonly known as Drummond’s Skullcap, is an annual herb native to prairies, open woodlands, and riparian zones in the Southern United States and Northern Mexico. It exhibits a moderate growth rate, reaching heights of 1-1.5 feet (0.3-0.5 meters) and spreading 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). The plant features lanceolate leaves and produces vibrant blue or purple flowers that are quite showy and bloom in the summer, attracting pollinators such as bees.
Drummond’s Skullcap is valued for its ornamental flowers and is used in wildflower gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring moderate water and thriving in full sun to part shade. It adapts well to a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided they have medium to fast drainage. While it is not known for major diseases or pests, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. This plant is not typically associated with aggressive roots or invasiveness.CC BY-SA 4.0
Drummond’s Skullcap is valued for its ornamental flowers and is used in wildflower gardens, borders, and as a ground cover. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring moderate water and thriving in full sun to part shade. It adapts well to a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided they have medium to fast drainage. While it is not known for major diseases or pests, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. This plant is not typically associated with aggressive roots or invasiveness.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-1.5 feet
- Width: 0.5-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Purple, White
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Native to prairies, open woodlands, and riparian zones in the Southern United States and Northern Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Skullcap
Scientific Names: Scutellaria drummondii
GBIF Accepted Name: Scutellaria drummondii