Physostegia virginiana

Physostegia virginiana

$11.95

Physostegia virginiana is a native perennial known for its upright spikes of tubular pink flowers that bloom from midsummer into early fall above narrow green foliage. Its strong vertical form and long blooming display make it a valuable choice for sunny borders and naturalized plantings while providing an important nectar source for pollinators.

Height & Spread: 24 - 48 in x 18 - 24 in

Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall

Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade

Soil Preference: Average to moist well drained soil

Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but adapts to average conditions

Deer Resistance: Deer resistant

Native Status

This species is native to much of eastern and central North America where it naturally occurs in moist meadows, prairies, and woodland edges. It is valued in native gardens for its upright habit, late season flowers, and support of local pollinators.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Butterflies

  • Attracts Swallowtails, Painted Ladies, and other nectar seeking butterflies which visit the tubular flowers throughout the summer bloom period.

Bees

  • Supports native bees and bumblebees which gather nectar from its dense flower spikes.

Hummingbirds

  • Draws hummingbirds which are attracted to the tubular pink flowers and readily visit during peak bloom.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

  • Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow clumps to spread while maintaining good air circulation around the foliage.

Landscape Placement

  • Ideal for native plantings, cottage gardens, rain gardens, and sunny borders where its vertical flower spikes add structure and seasonal color.

Companion Plants

  • Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - Adds large colorful blooms and extended pollinator value alongside Physostegia’s upright flower spikes.
  • Monarda fistulosa (Wild Bergamot) - Provides complementary lavender blooms and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies during the same season.
  • Panicum virgatum (Switchgrass) - Brings fine textured grass foliage and strong vertical structure to naturalized plantings.
  • Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (Black Eyed Susan) - Adds bright yellow flowers that contrast with the soft pink blooms.
  • Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed) - Provides vivid orange flowers and additional butterfly support in sunny native gardens.

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