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Cupid Culver's Root
Veronicastrum virginicum 'Cupid'
Culver's Root
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Purple spires of candelabra-like flowers reach up to 4 feet tall. in late summer into fall. Thrives in full sun and moist to wet soils. Can tolerate shade, but may become floppy. This larger version of veronica is native to the eastern United States. Highly attractive to pollinators and resists deer browsing.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Rabbit resistant.
- Good for cut flowers.
Quick answers
How big does Cupid Culver's Root get?
About 36"+ tall and 24" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Cupid Culver's Root need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Cupid Culver's Root need?
Heavy water use.
Will Cupid Culver's Root grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Cupid Culver's Root deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Cupid Culver's Root in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Cupid Culver's Root wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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