Tall spikes of lavender blue, blue-bell like flowers on bright green oval leaves. Scutellaria Skullcap, Appalachian Blues variety.)
Tall spikes of lavender blue, blue-bell like flowers on bright green oval leaves. Scutellaria Skullcap, Appalachian Blues variety.)

Appalachian Blues (Scutellaria)

$17.95

Available: July 2026

Bicolor purple and white flowers on compact, non-spreading plants beginning in late spring and lasting up to 8 weeks with deadheading. An adaptable nativar that grows easily in sun or shade, moist or dry soil.

Photo credit: Plant Addicts

This plant description comes from Stonehouse Nursery.

Available: July 2026

Bicolor purple and white flowers on compact, non-spreading plants beginning in late spring and lasting up to 8 weeks with deadheading. An adaptable nativar that grows easily in sun or shade, moist or dry soil.

Photo credit: Plant Addicts

This plant description comes from Stonehouse Nursery.

 Key Features

Light Requirement

  • Partial Sun

Growing Zones

  • Zone 4

  • Zone 5

  • Zone 6

  • Zone 7

  • Zone 8

  • Zone 9

Bloom Time

  • Late Spring to Early Summer

Mature Height

  • 1 to 2 ft tall

Mature Spread

  • 1 to 2 ft wide

Ships As

  • Potted Plant

Planting & Care

Open the package immediately, keep it protected from the cold, and water each potted plant. If the weather is consistently above freezing, begin planting as soon as possible.

Some of our plants will ship to you as bare roots. Proper care of bare-root plants involves keeping the roots moist until you are ready to plant and storing them in cool conditions if you cannot plant immediately. When ready, plant them carefully to ensure healthy establishment in your garden.

The Best Time to Plant

The best time of year for planting perennials is either in spring after the last frost or in early fall before the first frost, depending on your climate and USDA hardiness zone. If you are planting in summer, aim to plant in the morning or early evening to minimize transplant shock. Water consistently until your plants are established and consider mulching around the roots to reduce the soil temperature. With proper attention and care, perennials can thrive in the longer days of summer and become well established before their winter dormancy period.