Perennial
California Figwort
Scrophularia californica
$7.00
About this plant
Scrophularia californica
Type: Perennial · Family: Scrophulariaceae · Native Region: Pacific Northwest
AKA California Bee Plant, this drought and shade tolerant perennial truly lives up to her title. Small, mouth like red flowers are a vital nectar source for bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies - including Chalcedon Checkerspot and Common Buckeyes. Figwort is typically at home in dry oak understories & hilly chaparral, but may form dense searching mats with excess moisture.
Growing Conditions
- Sun: Partial Shade to Full Shade
- Water: Dry to Medium
- Soil: well drained, rocky
- Bloom Time: June - August
- Bloom Color: Red
- Mature Size: 2–4 ft tall, 1–3 ft wide
Attributes
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Birds
- Attracts Butterflies
- Portland Approved Plant List
Landscape Use
Woodland Garden, Shade Garden, Pollinator Garden, Hedgerow / Wildlife Corridor