Hoary Skullcap
Scutellaria incana
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, FL, GA and 20 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Hoary skullcap is a native perennial that produces spikes of small blue to purple flowers from summer through early fall. This compact wildflower grows in clumps with soft, grayish-green foliage and works well in mixed perennial borders or naturalized areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hoary Skullcap is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- May appear sparse in early spring
- Flowers are small and less showy than common garden perennials
Wildlife value
The tubular flowers are particularly attractive to native bees and provide nectar for butterflies throughout the long blooming season.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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