Skullcap

Scutellaria lateriflora

This weekherb

Native perennial herb traditionally used for calming and relaxation.

In Zone 7b, right now

Not yet — plant around this week

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Edible?

Yes — herb — leaves & stems

Small space?

Yes, in a pot

Sun

Part shade (2–4 hrs)

Comes back yearly?

Yes — perennial

Ways to plant it

Spring planting

Plant Closed

Early April – Mid May

Put it in the ground (or a pot) outdoors.

Fall planting

Plant Mid September

Mid September – Late October

Put it in the ground (or a pot) outdoors.

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