obedient plant
Physostegia virginiana 'Crystal Peak White'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Obedient plant (Physostegia virginiana 'Crystal Peak White') needs regular watering to stay healthy and flower profusely. During the growing season, water the obedient plant when the soil surface feels dry to the touch. To avoid root rot, let the soil dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering to once a month during the cooler months of fall and winter when the plant is less actively growing. During periods of extreme heat, water twice a week or more as needed.
sunlight
The obedient plant (Physostegia virginiana 'Crystal Peak White') prefers full sun to partial shade. When grown in full sunlight, these plants will produce vibrant blooms and lush foliage. In shady locations, they may struggle and produce fewer blooms. For best results, provide this plant with 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. If you live in an area with long, hot summers, provide some afternoon shade to avoid scorching the leaves. Wherever possible, these plants should be placed in areas where they will receive the full heat of the sun during the morning and early afternoon hours.
pruning
Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana 'Crystal Peak White') should be pruned back once the flowers begin to fade in the early summer. Cut the stems back to just above the closest pair of leaves at their bases. This will encourage the plant to put out fresh foliage and may even trigger a second bloom in the fall. Be sure to sterilize your pruning shears and loppers with rubbing alcohol before each use to prevent transmitting any disease or fungi. Removing the spent flower stems and dead foliage from the center of the plant can also help promote airflow and prevent fungal issues in the summer months.
