seeds: Scrophularia marilandica (late figwort)

Includes a brochure with instructions on how to sow native seeds.

Seed sowing instructions

code C(60), D = needs at least 60 days of cold moist stratification. Surface sow.
You can find more information about how to sow native seeds HERE.

Plant information

Figworts don't have the showiest of flowers but they supply an incredible amount of nectar. Scrophularia species are highly recommended by the Xerces Society. They have: "special value to native bees: recognized by pollination ecologists as attracting a large numbers of native bees." Also a favorite of ruby-throated hummingbirds! Read more from Xerces Society here.

Blooming from late summer to early fall and reaching heights of 5-7 feet, late figwort prefers average to dry soil. They will generally do well with any sun exposure from full sun to full shade.

Not only does the nectar attract a variety of pollinators, but it also the host plant for the caterpillars of many Checkerspot butterflies!

seeds: Scrophularia marilandica (late figwort)

Name: seeds: Scrophularia marilandica (late figwort)
SKU: SEED-SCR-MAR

$4.75

Quantity

Not available but we are working on it!

packet	150 seeds
stratification code	C(60), D

type:	Perennial
sun needs:	Sun to shade
water needs:	Average to dry soils
height:	Ht. 5-7'
plant spacing:	space 12-18" apart
bloom time:	July, August, September, October
bloom color:	Red/green, not showy but one of the most abundant nectar sources for pollinators

A	Seed should germinate when sown in a warm location.
B	Hot water treatment: Bring water to a boil, remove from heat, pour over seeds, and soak for 24 hours.. Generally this is for seed with a thick seedcoat.
C	(# of days of cold moist stratification) Seeds germinate after a period of cold, moist stratification. Mix seeds with a handful of damp vermiculite or clean sand (moist—but not wet). Place mixture in a sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator, NOT the freezer.
D	Sow on the surface of the soil. Generally these seeds are very small.
E	These seeds need a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 60-90 day cold, moist period.
F	These seeds need a 60-90 day cold, moist period followed by a 60-90 day warm, moist period followed by a 2nd cold, 60-90 day moist period.
G	Highest germination rate in cool soil.
H	Seeds need scarification: One way this can be achieved is to rub the seed between two sheets of sand paper. If code "C" is also called for, scarify first.
I	Legume Inoculant (more info next year).
J	Legume seeds (more info next year).
K	Parasitic species which needs a host plant.
L	Plant fresh seed or keep seed moist.
M	Best results when seed sown outdoors in the fall for a natural winter.