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Skullcap Pink

Scutellaria suffrutescens

ABOUT
This herbaceous perennial boasts delicate pink flowers that bloom profusely in spring and summer, adding a soft touch of color to garden beds and borders. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, making it a charming addition to cottage gardens and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

WINTER PRUNE
Can be pruned in late winter or early spring. Some recommend cutting it back to 2–4 inches, while others suggest leaving about 6 inches of stems or branches standing.

WHO’S FEEDING HERE?
It’s currently unknown who this plant serves as a host plant for, however, its flowers also attract a variety of adult butterflies and moths, including: