Dracocephalum tanguticum
(Dragonhead)
50 seeds $3.25
Dracocephalum tanguticum
Dracocphalum tanguticum is a rare dragonhead species with deep blue, hooded flowers in late spring to early summer. I'm very fond of it because it blooms at a time when there are few other flowers in the garden.
Also known as Dracocephalum tangutica or Dragon's Head. It's similar to Dracocephalum ruyschiana. Hardy perennial in zones 4-9.
height 12" spacing 12"
Sowing Dracocephalum tanguticum Seeds
Start dragonhead seeds indoors in late winter. Barely cover with soil, then refrigerate for 3 weeks. Full sun to part shade. Afternoon shade in hot summers.