Early Figwort (Scrophularia lanceolata)
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
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)
