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Obedient Plant .. Not so obedient? ; )

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:14:38 +0000

Physostegia – False Dragon’s Head – Obedient Plant

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Some gardeners might read this post and choke at the prospect of allowing this specimen into their garden.

It does have a reputation of running rampant when it likes it’s location.

I actually have a friend who never fails to mention the time I gave her a small clump from my garden, (along with a stern warning about it’s encroaching habits, which were not heeded, incidently), and how it took over her garden.

Well, my friend was exaggerating, somewhat! But if you do plant Physostegia in your garden, be prepared. It is a member of the mint family, after all!

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Well, admittedly, that trait is exactly why I want it in my garden! As you can see in the picture, it’s growing in a fairly shady spot.

Those lovely white florets really show up nicely in that kind of location and look splendid amongst Hostas, Goat’s beard and ferns.

Physostegia has a nice clumping form, attracts butterflies, and most importantly, has not ever been touched by the deer, (a real plus in my book).

I’m hoping over the course of the years that it does fill in the places I’ve planted it.

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It makes a great and long lasting cut flower. I’ve had them in my kitchen, and in a vase for up to 2 weeks. If you have a cutting garden, then perhaps this would be a good choice for you! I’m thinking this lovely herbaceous perennial will be a welcome addition to my garden for many years to come!

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Tips: For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge.

Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.

~Happy Gardening~

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A Sunny Flower for a rainy April day – Arikara

Sun, 18 Apr 2010 10:20:47 +0000

I just needed to see a picture of a flower that was sunny and bright.

It snowed here today, you see. : (

Hope the weather is better where you are, and that you can play in the garden.

I’m indoors overwatering my houseplants…

Have a great weekend!

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