Veronicastrum virginicum 'Album'
culver's root
Slender spires of white flowers from July to August above whorls of deep green leaves. This elegant perennial has self-supporting flowers making it ideal for adding height to a sunny or partially shady border.
Veronicastrum virginicum 'Album' looks fabulous when planted with prairie plants or for adding vertical interest to white borders. Best grown in fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
Veronicastrum virginicum 'Album' looks fabulous when planted with prairie plants or for adding vertical interest to white borders. Best grown in fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
How to care for Veronicastrum virginicum Album:
Choose a location in full sun to partial shade, though plants will flower best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight. The soil should be rich, moisture-retentive, and well-draining - incorporate plenty of well-rotted organic matter if the soil is particularly poor.
Dig planting holes twice as wide as the root ball and at the same depth, spacing plants 45-60cm (18-24in) apart to allow for their mature spread. Position plants at the same level they were growing in their pots, backfill with soil, and firm gently to eliminate air pockets. Water deeply immediately after planting, and apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the stems.
During their first growing season, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, watering deeply when the top few cms of soil feel dry. Young plants may need staking until they establish strong root systems, particularly in exposed sites. While established plants are relatively drought-tolerant, newly planted, or divided specimens, will need regular watering until their root systems establish.
Dig planting holes twice as wide as the root ball and at the same depth, spacing plants 45-60cm (18-24in) apart to allow for their mature spread. Position plants at the same level they were growing in their pots, backfill with soil, and firm gently to eliminate air pockets. Water deeply immediately after planting, and apply a 5-7cm (2-3in) layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the stems.
During their first growing season, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, watering deeply when the top few cms of soil feel dry. Young plants may need staking until they establish strong root systems, particularly in exposed sites. While established plants are relatively drought-tolerant, newly planted, or divided specimens, will need regular watering until their root systems establish.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.2m
Eventual spread:
0.45m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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