Obedient Plant

Vibrant flowers in shades of pink and white, beautiful in the garden or vase. Attractive in formal or natural settings, with asters, eupatorium and ornamental grasses. Grows well in any soil, but may need staking in rich, fertile conditions. Divide every 2-3 years to control spread.

Companion Plants

Yarrow

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Yarrow

Beautiful, flat-topped flower clusters attract butterflies to the garden. Foliage is typically lacy and aromatic. Nice in cottage or wild gardens. Flowers are a superb addition to arrangements, fresh or dried. An open location with well-drained soil is ideal.

Tickseed

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Tickseed

Shining stars of the perennial garden, these abundantly blooming compact plants produce small daisylike flowers that may attract butterflies and songbirds to the garden. Combine with purple cranesbill, red bee balm and blue bachelor button for a fabulous blend of color and texture. Remove faded flowers for continuous bloom.

Shasta Daisy

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Shasta Daisy

Beautiful daisy flowers are great for summer bouquets. Also attractive in butterfly gardens or combined with other perennials such as iris, poppy, daylily or yarrow. Remove faded flowers down to the next visible bud to promote rebloom.

Details

Common name

Obedient Plant

Botanical name

Physostegia

Zone

USDA 4 - 9

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Bloom color

Pink

Bloom time

summer-fall

Light

sun

Height

20-36in (51-91 cm)

Habit

upright

Water

adapts well to dry or moist conditions

Feed

fertilize in the spring

Maintenance

Divide every 3 to 5 years.