Physostegia virginiana, commonly called obedient plant or false dragonhead, is a rhizomatous perennial that is native to North America. It is commonly found in a variety of habitats including open meadows, prairies, stream banks, gravel bars, wooded bluff bases and railroad track right-of-ways.
Vigorous self-seeder and spreads easily. ‘Miss Manners’ is less aggressive than the species.

Easily grown in average, moist, acidic, well-drained soils in full sun. Stems tend to flop in rich soils, too much shade or hot summer temperatures. Taller plants may need staking. Tolerates wet soils and some part shade. ‘Miss Manners’ is less prone to flopping than the species.

Garden Style:
Asian, Cottage, Eclectic, Formal, Woodland Shade
Other Features:
Border Plant, Cut Foliage, Easy To Grow, Attractive Foliage, Mass Planting, Specimen, Focal Point