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Physostegia virginiana

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
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Description The herbaceous perennial Physostegia virginiana (obedient plant) bears showy blossoms during early summer to early autumn.
Typical Uses Cut flowers.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions Be advised that Physostegia virginiana (obedient plant) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.