Scutellaria incana

Woolly Skullcap

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Hardy perennial herb with silvery woolly leaves and blue-violet flowers. Native to western North America, prized for drought tolerance and ground cover use.
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Plant Details

Common Name Woolly Skullcap
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Scutellaria
Species Incana
Origin Western North America
Blooming Summer, produces spikes of tubular blue-violet flowers.
Leaf Color Dark green with white tomentum
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or rocky soil with low fertility; tolerates poor substrates.

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Watering

Low water needs once established. Allow soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent root rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for compact growth and vibrant flower coloration.

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilization required; avoid high nitrogen which promotes leggy growth.

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Pruning

Shear back by one-third after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fall rebloom.

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
4000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 2800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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