Physostegia virginiana (Obedient Plant)

• Scientific Name: Physostegia virginiana
• Common Name: Obedient Plant
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Water: Medium to high water needs; thrives in moist soils
• Soil: Prefers well-drained loamy, sandy, or silty soils; tolerates clay with adequate moisture
• Height: 2-3 feet
• Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
• Lifespan: Perennial
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading wildflower

Additional Information: Obedient Plant is a vigorous native wildflower known for its tall spikes of snapdragon-like flowers, which range in color from pale pink to lavender or white. It gets its name from the way individual flowers can be manually repositioned on the stem, temporarily staying in place. This species thrives in moist meadows, along stream banks, and in rain gardens, making it an excellent choice for wetland plantings and erosion control. It is highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, providing a valuable nectar source late in the season. With its long-lasting blooms, adaptability, and spreading habit, Obedient Plant is best suited for pollinator gardens, native plant landscapes, and areas where it has space to naturalize.