.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Miss Manners' Obedient Plant Physostegia virginiana 'Miss Manners' Description This perennial features tall spikes of tubular, pink to lavender flowers that bloom in late summer to fall. Its lush green foliage adds vibrancy to any garden bed and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Suggested Uses Ideal for border plantings, perennial gardens, and naturalized areas. It also works well in pollinator-friendly gardens and cut flower arrangements. Plant Details Botanical Name: Physostegia virginiana 'Miss Manners' Common Name: Miss Manners' Obedient Plant Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 feet tall with a spread of 1-2 feet Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous perennials Bloom Time: Late summer to fall Growth Rate: Moderate to vigorous Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Not recommended Container Friendly: Yes, with adequate drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: Yes, mildly fragrant flowers Cut Flower: Suitable for arrangements Grows Well With: Coneflower, Black-eyed Susan, ornamental grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-draining soil. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging. Soil Type: Prefers rich, loamy soil. Humidity: Tolerates average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers and cut back in early spring. Winter Care: Mulch for cold protection in colder zones. Planting Depth: 1-2 inches deep at planting time. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring. Special Care: Divide perennials every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
