Skullcap Scutellaria lateriflora

Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is a medicinal herb grown for not culinary. It prefers partial shade to sun and moist but well-drained humus-rich soil, reaching about 40–70 cm. Harvest in flowering tops midsummer for the best flavour and aroma.

  • Sun: Partial shade to sun
  • Soil: Moist but well-drained humus-rich soil
  • Watering: Keep evenly moist while establishing
  • Harvest: Flowering tops midsummer
  • Difficulty: Moderate

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