Indigo blue dragonhead
Dracocephalum ruyschiana
Indigo blue dragonhead is an easy to grow, tidy and mounding perennial. It has needle-like leaves and dark blue flowers that are speckled and quite fragrant. This perennial will thrive in a dry meadow or rock garden setting. It's tolerant of a wide range of soil types.
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial |
| Height | 14-16 inches |
| Width | 10-12 inches |
| Flowering Season | Early Summer |
| Flower Color | Dark Blue |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | moderate to low |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 3-8 |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | No |
| Year Introduced | 2020 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Shear back to the ground every spring to make way for the new year's growth. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 5200 ft |
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