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Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart' Heartleaf Alkanet
Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart' Heartleaf Alkanet


 
Similar to Looking Glass with almost solid silver foliage and narrow green veins, plants are a bit more vigorous ans exhibit greater heat tolerance during the summer; panicles of sky-blue flowers bloom early spring.
Beautiful woodland plant, preferring moist soils and plenty of humus. If the soil becomes too dry, the foliage easily crinkles and dies Attractive forget-me-not type flowers bloom late spring into early summer. Use only in areas where adequate moisture is supplied.

Uses: Mass plant, border, ground cover
Morning sun, afternoon shade, shade tolerant
Soil type: moist
Height: 14" - 16" tall
Spread: 12" - 24"
Flowering: early spring
Growability: easy

 

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