Early Figwort (Scrophularia lanceolata)

$5.00

I love Figworts! They have these weird little nectar-rich flowers that attract a ton of pollinators and hummingbirds. Early Figwort is the host to 6 species of butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org), but I could not find much more information regarding its other faunal interactions. However, it is an interesting plant to have it the landscape.

Photo credit: Ed Ogle

I love Figworts! They have these weird little nectar-rich flowers that attract a ton of pollinators and hummingbirds. Early Figwort is the host to 6 species of butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org), but I could not find much more information regarding its other faunal interactions. However, it is an interesting plant to have it the landscape.

Photo credit: Ed Ogle

Life Cycle: Perennial

Sun Exposure: Full-Shade

Soil Moisture: Medium/wet-Dry

Height: 3-5 feet

Plant Spacing: 2-3 feet

Bloom Time: May-July

Bloom Color: Green, red

Advantages: Pollinator Favorite, Bird Favorite, Deer Resistance

Host Plant: 6 species of butterflies and moths in our area (nwf.org)