Culver's root typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Culver's root
Veronicastrum virginicum 'Spring Dew'
Culver's root (Veronicastrum virginicum 'Spring Dew') is a stunning perennial plant native to North America with a unique and elegant appearance. Featuring tall and narrow spikes of white flowers, and deep-green foliage, it's a superb addition to a garden border. It blooms in midsummer and provides a late-season floral display that will attract pollinators into your garden right through to early autumn. The flowers are followed by purple seedheads, adding to the seasonal interest. Perfect for sunny positions in any soil, Culver's root looks beautiful both planted in drifts or grown as a specimen in a pot.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Division
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
White to pale blue Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
purple,black Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Culver's root should be watered regularly, about twice a week during the growing season. Just enough water should be provided to moisten the soil without allowing it to become soggy. However, it should not be subjected to drought conditions either. It is best to water the plant in the morning or early afternoon to give the foliage time to dry off before the evening. In winter, when the plant is not actively growing, watering can be reduced to once a month.
sunlight
Culver's root (Veronicastrum virginicum 'Spring Dew') prefers full sun to light shade, as long as the sun is not too hot. It'll do best in an area that receives 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. This sun exposure should occur throughout the day, as Culver's root prefers consistent sun exposure rather than extreme spikes of sun intensity. Partial shade in the late afternoon or early evening can help the plant stay cool and healthy.
pruning
Culver's Root (Veronicastrum virginicum 'Spring Dew') should be lightly pruned in the late winter or early spring. Pruning should be minimal, with only 6 to 8 inches of the tallest culms being cut off. The purpose of pruning culver's root is to encourage better branching and an even, bushy look. It can also help to keep the plant's size under control. Pruning the culver's root in this way will help to promote healthier, fuller growth and better flowering.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Culver's root typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
Veronicastrum virginicum 'Spring Dew' is typically harvested in July and August.
