Native Culver's Root Seeds (Pure Veronicastrum virginicum)

Native Culver's Root Seeds (Pure Veronicastrum virginicum)

Starter packet (~100 seeds)
$5.00
$5.00
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Native Culver's Root Seeds (Pure Veronicastrum virginicum)
Native Culver's Root Seeds (Pure Veronicastrum virginicum)

Native Culver's Root Seeds (Pure Veronicastrum virginicum)

$5.00
$5.00

Culver's Root is an elegant and unique native wildflower known for its tall, candelabra like spikes of creamy white blooms that light up the midsummer garden. The nectar-rich flowers attract a wide variety of pollinators including butterflies, native bees, bumble bees, and countless beneficial insects.

Despite showcasing a refined appearance, Culver's Root is remarkably hardy and very dependable. It thrives in open meadows, rain gardens, and sunny pollinator gardens. 

Some of the wildlife this native plant supports:

  • Native Butterflies
  • Native Bees
  • Bumble Bees
  • Native Pollinators
  • Beneficial Insects
Growing Information

Plant Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 3–8
Sunlight:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Soil Moisture:

  • Medium
  • Medium-Wet

Soil Type:

  • Loam
  • Clay
  • Organic

Drought Tolerance: Moderate Drought Tolerance
Deer Resistance: Generally Deer Resistant
Plant Characteristics

Bloom Color:

  • White

Mature Height: 4–6 feet
Plant Spacing: 18–24 inches
Bloom Months:

  • July
  • August

Root Type: Taproot
Ecological Benefits

Ecological Benefits:

  • Butterfly Nectar Plant
  • Native Bee Forage
  • Bumble Bee Forage
  • Beneficial Insect Habitat
Planting From Seed

Best Sowing Time:

  • Late Fall or Early Spring

Seed Preparation: 30 Days Cold Stratification
Planting Depth: Surface Sow
Expected First Bloom: Usually the Second Growing Season
Seed Details

Scientific Name: Veronicastrum virginicum
Common Names:

  • Culver's Root, Culversroot

Seeds per Starter Packet: 1100
Approximate Seeds per Ounce: 250000

Starter Packets: Best for Smaller gardens and/or trying a new species.

Grow Packs: Best for medium sized home gardens.

Habitat Packs: Best for rewilding meadows, prairie restoration projects, and larger native garden plantings.

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