| Common Name | Spiked Culver's Root |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Veronicastrum |
| Species | Stenostachyum |
| Variety | plukenetii |
| Origin | China |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, tall white or pinkish spikes. |
| Leaf Color | Gray-green basal foliage, green stems |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-drained loamy soil with organic matter
Regular watering during growing season; reduce significantly after frost to prevent root rot
Full sun preferred for best flowering; tolerates partial shade in hot climates
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before growth begins
Cut back dead foliage completely after first frost; remove spent flower spikes
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