Scutellaria resinosa 'Smoky Hills'

Scutellaria 'Smoky Hills' has deep violet-blue flowers tipped with white. It blooms continuously from June to September. The compact, rounded plants form neat mounds.

Scutellaria resinosa is a fantastic plant for the rock garden or edge of a path where the small flowers can be admired up close. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil. It is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.

Scutellaria resinosa is a North American native wildflower that is found in short grass prairies. The flowers attract bees and butteflies.

Also known as Smoky Hills Skullcap, Prairie Skullcap, Resin-dot Skullcap, and Sticky Skullcap. The plants were discovered growing in the Smoky Hills of Kansas.

Hardiness Zones: 4-8

Height: 10"

Spacing: 12"

Light: Full sun to light shade

Sowing Scutellaria resinosa Seeds

Start scutellaria seeds indoors in late winter. Lightly cover the seeds with soil, then refrigerate for 3-4 weeks.

Home-grown seeds.