Common name(s): Cherry Skullcap, Pink Texas Scullcap
Family name: Lamiaceae
Common family name: Mint Family
USDA hardiness zone(s): 6
Perennation: perennial
Light level: sun
Flower color: red
Plant height: 4 inches
Plant spread: 1 foot 3 inches
Deciduous: deciduous
Growth form: bushy
Leaf color: green
Range: Mexico
Habit: sub-shrub
Special characteristics: Drought Tolerant
This low mounding subshrub features a continuous display of hot cherry-red flowers from early summer through early fall. This plant thrives in heat and humidity.
This is a good plant for growing in raised beds, rock gardens or border fronts. It may be grown as an annual or short-lived perennial in zones 5 and colder, where it may overwinter for a few years with protection.
