Scrophularia nodosa - P9

Description
The Common figwort (Scrophularia nodosa) is an upright perennial that produces red-brown flowers from July to August. Its heart-shaped, toothed leaves are medium green. In a semi-shady to shady location with nutrient-rich, moist to wet soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1 metre. The Common figwort is well tolerant of frost.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Common figwort are medium green, heart-shaped and toothed.

Frost hardiness
The Common figwort has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Flower
Scrophularia nodosa forms red-brown flowers from July.

Use
Pond edge, stream course, woodland edge