Brunnera 'Jack of Diamonds', 2L
£15.00
notes
Brunnera 'Jack of Diamonds' is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial grown for its large, heart-shaped silver leaves, edged and veined with bright green, which overlap each other providing an almost circular effect. In spring it bears sprays of tiny, bright blue flowers rather like forget-me-nots, from clusters of tinged buds.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (1ft 7in) x W: 100cm (3ft 3in) in 2-5 years
Features
notes
Brunnera 'Jack of Diamonds' is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial grown for its large, heart-shaped silver leaves, edged and veined with bright green, which overlap each other providing an almost circular effect. In spring it bears sprays of tiny, bright blue flowers rather like forget-me-nots, from clusters of tinged buds.
Insights
This is such a useful ground cover plant, and will form large, light-coloured clumps under deciduous trees, in the front of a border or along the edge of a woodland path. Perfect for shady areas where its silver leaves form a wonderful display of illumination.
Details
- Flowers: February - May
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- North, west or east facing
- Full shade or partial sunlight
- Sheltered
Care
- A cool, shady site is preferred as leaves will scorch in sun
- No pruning required
Glossary