Scrophulariaceae Perennial ground-cover. Native to England, Scotland and Ireland, where it grows abundantly in open grassy places and in the woods. The flowers are blue and give way to inobtrusive heart-shaped seed pods.
Native uses range from acne to battle wounds.
The seeds are small and golden-colored and germinate readily in warm soil. Sow on the surface of potting soil and press in. Keep moist until germination. Transplant seedlings 6 inches apart. They will do well in an orchard or pathside, and once established do not require much water or weeding.