Obedient plant typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
obedient plant
Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners'
Obedient Plant (Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners') is a show-stopping perennial that grows with long stalks of vibrant pink flowers. This plant gets its name from the ability to move its flower heads towards the side when a stem is pressed or bent. Its short, pleasantly fragrant leaves often sway in the wind, adding movement and grace to the garden. It can be grown as a single specimen plant or in a mass to create a beautiful, denser flower display. It’s easy to grow and ideal for sunny borders and beds. When happy, this obedient plant will burst into beautiful colour and add lovely form and movement to any garden.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,pink
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
watering
It is important to water your obedient plant (Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners') regularly. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged. During the growing season, usually spring through summer, the plant should be watered every 5-7 days, or when the top inch of soil feels dry. During the colder months, reduce watering to once a month, as the plant goes dormant. In the event of prolonged dry or hot weather, you may water more frequently. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. The plant also appreciates occasional misting during warmer months.
sunlight
The obedient plant, or Physostegia virginiana ‘Pink Manners', thrives in full sun to partial shade. This plant prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight per day, with 8 to 10 hours being ideal during the summer months. During the spring, the plant should be exposed to full-sun for at least part of the day, and then gradually be shifted to partial shade in the late afternoon or early evening. In the fall months, the duration of sunlight should be decreased, but still allow for at least 6 hours of sun each day.
pruning
Obedient plant should be pruned at the end of the flowering season to keep it looking neat and tidy. This will also encourage new growth and flowering. To do this, take sharp shears and cut back the stems of the plant, leaving roughly 1-third of the existing stems. Be sure to trim back any damaged or diseased stems first. Pruning should be done once a year, or when necessary to keep the overall shape of the plant neat.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Obedient plant typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
