Mounds of neat foliage bear masses of lipped open mouthed pale blue flowers in summer. The Skullcap or Helmet Flower is a perennial native to Japan and nearby parts of China and Korea. Prefers well drained soil in sun or part shade. Very pretty, easy and free flowering. Height 15cm (6").
Common NameSkullcap
Approx Height (10 yrs.)30-60 cm (12-24")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHNeutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSummer
Flower ColourBlue
Plant TypeAlpines