Common Name | Silver Siberian bugloss |
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Family | Boraginaceae |
Genus | |
species | macrophylla |
Plant Type | |
Persistence | Deciduous |
US Patent # | PP27240 |
EU Grant # | EU48336 |
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Size (HT/W/FL HT) | 11" / 24" / 14" |
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Soil | Prefers organic soils, must be well drained but moist. |
pH | 5.6 – 6.8 |
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Nutritional Needs | 50 ppm |
Dormancy | Dormant in Winter. |
Water (Greenhouse) | Dry moderately between waterings. |
Water (Garden) | Moderate, prefers even moisture. |
How Different? | A smaller leaf than 'Jack Frost' also narrower, and more heart-shaped. It has a great crown and fast growth. |
Landscape Value | Borders for shade, use in shady mixed containers, use as an under-story plant. |
Finish Time to 4" | 6 weeks |
Comments | Loves summer watering like all Brunnera. 75% survival at zone 3 University of MN West Central Research and Outreach Center after winter 2017. |
Grower Notes | Recommend growing under 35% shade cloth during summer months. |
Brunnera ‘Silver Charm’
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This plant is no longer for sale from TERRA NOVA® Nurseries. It is strictly on our website for information purposes only.
USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 4-9
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 11″ / 24″ / 14″
Exposure: Part Shade, Full Shade
Bloom Time(s): April, May
