Eastern False Dragonhead (Physostegia Purpurea) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Physostegia purpurea is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Atlantic Coastal Plain, known for its erect, square stems and showy tubular purple flowers blooming from late spring to summer.

Eastern False Dragonhead

Eastern False Dragonhead

Physostegia Purpurea

Physostegia purpurea is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Atlantic Coastal Plain, known for its erect, square stems and showy tubular purple flowers blooming from late spring to summer.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator plant, ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Eastern False Dragonhead

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Eastern False Dragonhead
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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Physostegia