Physostegia virginiana 'Miss Manners'

'Miss Manners' Obedient Plant

'Miss Manners' is aptly named because, unlike many other kinds of obedient plant, this one is clump forming and doesn't spread throughout the garden. Stiff, square stems end in dense spikes of pure white, snapdragon-like flowers, which bloom throughout the summer.

Benefits:

Good nectar source for butterflies and other pollinators

Stem clumps make good ground cover for wildlife

Pure white flower spikes bloom for many weeks

Good cut flower

Forms clumps and does not become invasive

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Easy to grow in full sun or light shade.

Plant in well-drained, consistently moist soil.

Does not tolerate drought so needs to be watered in dry spells. A light summer mulch helps retain soil moisture and keeps roots cool.

Height 24-30 Inches

Spread 18-24 Inches

Native Range Open meadows and prairies; Quebec to Manitoba south to New Mexico and Florida.

Native Trivia Some members of the genus Physostegia are commonly called obedient plant because each individual flower will, upon being moved in any one direction, temporarily remain in the new position as if it were hinged.

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9

"These big spikes of showy flowers are easy for my butterfly friends and me to find."

Characteristics & Attributes

Plan Sub Group • Medium to Tall Perennials	Exposure • Sun • Filtered Shade	Soil Moisture Preference • Moist • Average	Attracts Wildlife • Butterflies
Bloom Time • Summer • Fall	Habitat Collection • Wet Sun • Butterfly