Veronicastrum virginicum

Culver's Root, Black Root, Bowman's Root

Family: Scrophulariaceae Figwort


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 9B
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color Blue, pink, white
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, massing, seashore, woodland garden
Height 36" to 6' / 90cm to 1.80m
Spread 36" to 4' / 90cm to 1.20m
Growth rate Fast
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Native to North America