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Scutellaria suffrutescens

Family Labiatae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 8 - 20 cm (3 - 8 in)
Spread 25 - 40 cm (10 - 16 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description Scutellaria suffrutescens (Mexican skullcap) bears showy, light pink and repeat-blooming blooms during mid summer to late autumn. This tender perennial is mat forming and has greyish green foliage that is matte, fine textured and evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, container, edging, ground cover, hanging basket, lawn and wild flower.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.