Barbed Skullcap – Scutellaria barbata Live Starter Plant | 3-Inch Pot | Perennial Herb | Easy to Grow | Medicinal Garden Plant

Grow a unique and attractive perennial herb with this live Barbed Skullcap (Scutellaria barbata), a healthy starter plant rooted in a 3-inch nursery pot. Known for its delicate green foliage and small lavender-blue flowers, this easy-to-grow herb is a wonderful addition to herb gardens, pollinator landscapes, woodland plantings, and container collections.

Barbed Skullcap is valued for its ornamental appeal and long history of cultivation in traditional herbal gardens. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for small garden spaces, patios, and containers, while its flowers help attract beneficial pollinators throughout the growing season.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Barbed Skullcap plant
✔️ Botanical Name: Scutellaria barbata
✔️ Rooted in a 3-inch nursery pot
✔️ Healthy starter plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Barbed Skullcap
Botanical Name: Scutellaria barbata
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial herb
Growth Stage: Rooted starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
Mature Height: 8–18 inches
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Place your Skullcap in a location with morning sun or partial shade, especially in warmer climates. Water regularly during establishment and pinch back stems occasionally to encourage a fuller, bushier plant. Mulching around the base helps retain moisture and supports healthy growth.