Smoky Hills Skullcap

Smoky Hills skullcap is a small, native perennial flower. Naturally found in the southern Great Plains, it is perfectly drought, heat and wind tolerant.

This plant grows as a small shrubby mound of green-grey fuzzy leaves. In May and June, it produces flowering stalks with deep blue flowers, each with two small white patches.

Since it is a small plant, it is a good choice for rock gardens or front edges of planting beds.

Smoky Hills Skullcap

Smoky Hills skullcap is a small, native perennial flower. Naturally found in the southern Great Plains, it is perfectly drought, heat and wind tolerant.

This plant grows as a small shrubby mound of green-grey fuzzy leaves. In May and June, it produces flowering stalks with deep blue flowers, each with two small white patches.

Since it is a small plant, it is a good choice for rock gardens or front edges of planting beds.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Scutellaria resinosa 'Smoky Hills'

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Pronunciation

skew-teh-LARE-ee res-in-OH-suh

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Mature Height

8 to 12 in.

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Mature Spread

12 to 14 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

blue

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Bloom time

early summer

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Colorado Native

Yes

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Natural Habitat

southern Great Plains of United States

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-9

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,000 ft.

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