Brunnera macrophylla 'JACK FROST' Siberian Bugloss
size/type
low perennial,low perennial
usual height
0,2-0,3m
usual width
0,3-0,4m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
April-May
location
semi-shade to shade
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Brunnera is rhizomatous perennial with soft, hairy, hear-shaped leaves. Variety Jack Frost has large, silver leaves with strong, dark green veins and clearly defined margins. Clusters of forget-me-not like blue flowers appear on about 20cm tall stalks in early to mid spring. It does best in semi-shade or full shade which brightens up with its uniquely coloured leaves. It needs cool, humus-rich, well-drained, moist soil. Fully hardy to at least -34°C, possibly more (USDA zone 4).
Last update 22-01-2008
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