Perennials

Physostegia virginiana 'Miss Manners'

Miss Manners obedient plant

Physostegia virginiana 'Miss Manners' in bloom. cultivar photograph; Surrounding plants are not included.

White, snapdragon-like flowers climb upright spikes. A compact selection that spreads much less widely than typical obedient plant. Divide established clumps when needed.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 24–30 in. tall × 24–30 in. wide
Water: Moist; well drained
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–9
Bloom: White; summer into fall.

Sizes & prices

#1$16.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Keep moisture consistent.
Wet soil: Tolerates occasional wetness.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Native range

Native range / parentage: Selection of a North American native species. Cultivated selection of a Kentucky-native species; not wild local stock.
Tristate native status: Cultivated selection of a Kentucky-native species; not wild local stock.

Growing & care

Soil: Moderately fertile garden soil.
Support: Compact stems usually need no staking.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

www.environment.fhwa.dot.gov

NC State Extension

Photo: David J. Stang · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Physostegia virginiana 'Miss Manners' in bloom. cultivar photograph; uncropped. Surrounding plants are not included.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.