Scrophularia auriculata
variegata is one of the more striking variegated perennials. The
tiny quarter inch dark maroon flowers are interesting for their shape but
the Variegated Water Figwort is really grown for the leaves.
Scorphularia auriculata variegata is fairly drought tolerant if it must
be, but the leaves crisp around the edges fairly quickly, rapidly making
the main reason for growing the plant untenable. With moderately
moist soil the Variegated Water Figwort is spectacular. Plants bloom
Spring into Summer. Scrophularia
auriculata variegata grows well in light shade or strong reflected light
and can get up to 4-5 feet tall. Plants are hardy to zone 6.
High
resolution images of
Scrophularia auriculata variegata are available.
