Hudson Valley Seed Co.
Mad Dog Skullcap Seedlings
Scutellaria lateriflora
Certified Organic
A mint relative with attractive, white-throated, rather showy purple flowers. Historically used for treating insomnia, anxiety, and other ailments of the nervous system. It was also used traditionally for rabies (hence "Mad Dog") and its flowers resemble the military helmets worn by early European settlers (hence "Skullcap"). Harvest the the flowering parts 3" above the ground for use in teas or tinctures. Can be used fresh or dried.
Pickup available at Hudson Valley Seed Company
Usually ready in 2-4 days
Growing instructions
Requires cold stratification. Mix seeds with a moistened starting medium in sealed plastic bag and refrigerating a week. Then plant seeds indoors for a 2 week germination period. Just barely cover seeds with soil and keep moist but not wet. After the last frost, transplant seedlings outdoors in full sun or partial shade. The plants should be spaced a foot apart.
Product Details
| Days to Maturity | 80 |
|---|---|
| Days to Germination | 14 |
| Width at Maturity | 12-24" |
| Height at Maturiry | 24" |
| Sun Conditions | Partial Sun (4-6 hours Sun)Full Sun (8+ Hours Sun) |
| Planting Depth | _" |
| Row Spacing | 18" |
| Plant Spacing | 14-18" |
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