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An unusually robust form of this salvia species; it rises to Im in height, and becomes a natural focus of attention when in flower

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September 2025

The refined white form of the more usual blue hoary skullcap sits quietly during the summer and waits until late in the season to show its fresh, creamy spires of flower.

An unusually robust form of this salvia species; it rises to Im in height, and becomes a natural focus of attention when in flower

SCUTELLARIA INCANA 'ALBA'

Blooming coincides with miscanthus and Japanese anemone as the garden ignites again in early autumn. Found on the edge of woodland in North America and happy here in sun, or a partially shaded place where it should be allowed to rise above wood asters and low geraniums. A long-lived, gently clumping and well-behaved garden perennial.

Height and spread 1.2m x 50cm.
Origin North America.
Conditions Moisture-retentive soil, tolerant of drier conditions once established; full sun to part shade.
Hardiness RHS H7, USDA 5a-8b.
Season of interest August – September.

WEITERE GESCHICHTEN VON Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

First impressions

James Horner creates three eye-catching displays to bridge the gap between the warmth of late summer and the cooler autumn months

time to read

3 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

EDUCATION OF A GARDENER

Designer Adam Woodruff reflects on his personal garden beside a New England harbour shaped by years of travel, study and thoughtful experimentation

time to read

5 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

RIGHT PLANT, RIGHT PLACE

Landscape designer Chris Young finds this complete course in planting design perfect for professionals or semiprofessionals wanting to develop their horticultural style

time to read

2 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

An unusually robust form of this salvia species; it rises to Im in height, and becomes a natural focus of attention when in flower

The refined white form of the more usual blue hoary skullcap sits quietly during the summer and waits until late in the season to show its fresh, creamy spires of flower.

time to read

1 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

HARRY BALDWIN

As head gardener at The Newt in Somerset, Harry is passionate about supporting new gardeners, and is drawn to gardens that embrace the wild

time to read

2 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

Growth experience

Nursery Antique Perennials has always been about introducing exciting plants to Australian gardeners, says co-founder Michael Morant, and now has a vibrant display garden to showcase its wares.

time to read

7 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

CLARE MATTERSON

The director general of the RHS on a childhood spent among nature, her impulse to engage and educate, and the strategy for the future

time to read

3 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

DESIGNER STYLE ON A BUDGET

Charlotte Harris reveals the inside tricks designers use to keep costs down and get a stylish garden on a shoestring

time to read

11 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

Gardens Illustrated

SPACE FOR EVERYONE?

We could take down the boundaries that define our front gardens and turn streets into green spaces that are free for everybody to enjoy, suggests Susanna Grant

time to read

3 mins

September 2025

Gardens Illustrated

GOLDEN TOUCH

Nigel Slater is developing a new recipe, but it is leaf mould made from fallen leaves that will be the main ingredient

time to read

4 mins

September 2025

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