How to Propagate and Grow
Physostegia

Genus: Physostegia

Family: Labiatae/Lamiaceae

Species: P. virginiana

Common Names: Lions heart, obedient plant, virginia lions heart.

Classification: Perennial.

Height: 1200cm (48inches).

Flowering: From summer through autumn.

Usage: Ideal for borders and beds.

Site: Physostegia prefer full sun, they thrive in it!

Physostegia will also do well in partial shade.

Soil: Rich, fertile and moist soil.

Propagation Methods: By seed in autumn.

Best germination temperature: 70 deg F.

Time from sowing to germination: 3 months onwards.

Slow germination, so be patient!

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Division in spring.

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