How much sun does Narrowleaf False Dragonhead need?

Narrowleaf False Dragonhead grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Narrowleaf False Dragonhead bloom?

Narrowleaf False Dragonhead blooms in July, August, and September.

Where is Narrowleaf False Dragonhead native?

Narrowleaf False Dragonhead (Physostegia angustifolia) is native to AL, AR, GA, IL and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Narrowleaf False Dragonhead attract?

Narrowleaf False Dragonhead draws bees and butterflies.

Is Narrowleaf False Dragonhead HOA-friendly?

Narrowleaf False Dragonhead is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Narrowleaf False Dragonhead

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Physostegia angustifolia

Last reviewed: August 2026

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–36" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, AR, GA, IL and 6 more states

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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Narrowleaf false dragonhead is a native perennial that produces spikes of tubular pink or white flowers from July through September. This upright plant has narrow leaves and a tidy growth habit, making it suitable for formal garden settings while supporting local wildlife.

In an HOA neighborhood

Narrowleaf False Dragonhead is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

May look sparse in winter as foliage dies back

Wildlife value

The tubular flowers are particularly attractive to bees and butterflies during the summer blooming period. This native plant provides important nectar sources when many other flowers have finished blooming.

Common questions

How much sun does Narrowleaf False Dragonhead need?: Narrowleaf False Dragonhead grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Narrowleaf False Dragonhead bloom?: Narrowleaf False Dragonhead blooms in July, August, and September.
Where is Narrowleaf False Dragonhead native?: Narrowleaf False Dragonhead (Physostegia angustifolia) is native to AL, AR, GA, IL and 6 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Narrowleaf False Dragonhead attract?: Narrowleaf False Dragonhead draws bees and butterflies.
Is Narrowleaf False Dragonhead HOA-friendly?: Narrowleaf False Dragonhead is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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