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Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Cupid’


Culver’s-root

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.542.060


An outstanding eastern North American native wildflower, deserving of a special spot in any sunny border. This selection forms a tall, bushy clump of deep green leaves, bearing stocky, branching, lilac-blue candelabra-like flower spikes. Flowering starts midsummer and continues into the autumn. Outstanding as a cut flower. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. Attractive to butterflies. Beautiful at the waterside.

Further details for
Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Cupid’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist or
  Wet
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Blue
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Waterside
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Very Large
Height
   80-90 cm
   31-35 inches
Spread
   40-50 cm
   16-20 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Cupid’


Culver’s-root

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.542.060


An outstanding eastern North American native wildflower, deserving of a special spot in any sunny border. This selection forms a tall, bushy clump of deep green leaves, bearing stocky, branching, lilac-blue candelabra-like flower spikes. Flowering starts midsummer and continues into the autumn. Outstanding as a cut flower. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. Attractive to butterflies. Beautiful at the waterside.

Further details for
Veronicastrum virginicum ‘Cupid’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist or
  Wet
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Blue
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Waterside
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Very Large
Height
   80-90 cm
   31-35 inches
Spread
   40-50 cm
   16-20 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.