Early Figwort, Scrophularia Seed
Early Figwort Scrophularia Seed
- Nectar-rich red and green flowers
- Native perennial reaching about 5 feet
- Supports bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds
- Cold-moist stratify seed for 60 days and surface sow
Key Attributes
About Early Figwort, Scrophularia Seed
Early Figwort (Scrophularia lanceolata) is a native perennial valued for its nectar-rich red and green flowers. Upright plants reach about 5 feet tall and bloom from late spring through midsummer, attracting bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial insects. This adaptable wildflower grows in full sun through shade and tolerates loamy or sandy soils across a broad moisture range. Seed requires 60 days of cold, moist stratification and light for germination.
Growing details
Plant profile
Seed & variety
Before Planting
Planting
Watering
Fertilizer
Harvesting
Tips
Pests & Diseases
Serious disease problems are uncommon. Good spacing and airflow help prevent foliar disease in damp or shaded sites. Remove decaying material and avoid keeping the crown continuously saturated if leaf spots or stem decline appear.
Figwort is generally resistant to browsing, though young plants may receive occasional chewing damage. Inspect stems and leaf undersides for aphids or other sap-feeding insects. Confirm the pest before using a control and protect visiting pollinators.
Native States & Regions
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Native regions: Widespread Native
Early Figwort Scrophularia Native Range Map
Native range describes natural occurrence, not the origin of this seed lot or every location where a plant can be grown.
Alaska and Hawaii are shown as insets. State-level range does not mean a plant occurs throughout every part of that state.
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