Brunnera macrophylla ‘Emerald Mist’
Siberian Bugloss |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.106.290
A remarkably handsome introduction, this forms a mound of large heart-shaped green leaves with a wide banding of silver near the outside edge. Sprays of bright blue Forget-me-not flowers appear in mid to late spring. This is a choice collector’s plant, but an easy-to-grow perennial that performs well in all but the driest of shady conditions and remains attractive into late fall. Excellent for the woodland garden. Tolerates more direct sun that most other variegated types of Brunnera, though in hot-summer regions some afternoon shade is recommended to prevent leaf scorch. Found as a tissue culture sport of ‘Jack Frost’ and introduced by Walters Gardens in Michigan. The effect is a bit like the older selection ‘Langtrees’ but with much more obvious silver banding. USPPP, CPBRAF: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Brunnera macrophylla ‘Emerald Mist’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Partial Shade or Full Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Light Blue
Blooming Time Mid Spring Late Spring
Foliage Color Deep Green Silver Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Edging Rabbit Resistant Massed Specimen Woodland
Flower Head Size Medium
Height 30-40 cm 12-16 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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