Tiger's Tail 'Vivid'

Physostegia virginiana 'Vivid'

Physostegia virginiana 'Vivid' has the following characteristics:

Growth Characteristics:
- Physostegia virginiana 'Vivid' is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of approximately 60–90 cm.
- It blooms with beautiful pink or purple flowers from summer to early autumn, and its flower clusters are long and upright.
- It thrives in sunny locations but can also grow in partial shade.
- While it prefers well-drained soil, it adapts well to various soil conditions.

Propagation Methods:
- It can primarily be propagated by dividing old roots and seeds.
- Root division is easily performed in spring or autumn; simply cut off a healthy root and plant it in a new location.
- Seed propagation is carried out in spring, and germination may take some time.

Cultivation Methods:
- Be careful not to let the soil dry out too much, and water regularly. - Mature plants are drought-tolerant, but they require sufficient watering during the initial planting stage.
- Apply a small amount of fertilizer every spring to aid growth.

Garden Uses:
- The 'Vivid' tiger lily is utilized in various garden designs due to its beautiful flowers and upright growth habit.
- It is suitable as a border plant, background plant, or centerpiece for flower beds.
- It is also excellent for ecological gardens as it attracts butterflies and bees.

Important Pests and Control Methods:
- Although the plant is relatively resistant to pests, root rot may occur if the soil becomes too wet.
- This can be prevented by creating a proper drainage environment and using fungicides if necessary.
- Pests may include aphids and snails; these can be removed by hand or by using natural insecticides.

The 'Vivid' tiger lily is relatively easy to care for, making it a good plant for gardening beginners to grow.

Plant Family	Lamiaceae
Height	30~60cm
Spread	30~60cm
Colors	purple
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

Flower Tiger's Tail 'Rosea'
Physostegia virginiana 'Rosea'

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