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Veronicastrum virginicum

 

Veronicastrum virginicum, also referred to as Culver’s root, is an herbaceous perennial in the
Plantaginaceae family. Its native habitat is woods, marshes, along stream banks and prairies, but makes a beautiful statement planted along woodland edges, in rain gardens, meadows, and
cottage gardens. It prefers full sun to part shade and medium to wet well drained soil. It usually takes time to establish in gardens but is well worth the wait to see the candelabra spiked, white and pink flowers that show off throughout the summer. It is low maintenance and attracts a variety of specialized bees as well as butterflies and other pollinators.

Key Info

Scientific Name: Veronicastrum virginicum
Common Names: Culver's Root
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Flower Color: White, pink
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Additional Info

Habit: Erect, candelabra like appearance, unbranched stems
Height: 2' - 6'
Spread: 2' - 4'
Soil Conditions: Acidic, alkaline, neutral
Leaves: Deciduous, simple, whorled, lanceolate, serrate
Flowers (or reproductive structures: Spikes with tubular white/pink flowers that stand upright
Fruit: Capsule
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-8
USDA Wetland Indicator Status in NC: FACU
Pollination: Butterflies, bees, moths, syrphid flies
Wildlife Connections: A source of pollen to many bees such as honeybees, bumblebees, mason bees, and masked bees
Propagation: Seeds, root division