Name: Lithodora Gold 'N Sapphires
SKU: LITGOLSAP

Lithodora Gold ‘N Sapphires

These deep blue flowers make a beautiful contrast to the gold foliage. The lovely gold foliage stays attractive all summer. Excellent vigor, surprisingly good in the sun. Great used as a groundcover on banks or between stepping stones.

USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 5-7
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 4″ / 18″ / 4″
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Time(s): April, May, June

Common Name	Lithodora
Family	Boraginaceae
Genus	Lithodora
species	diffusa
Plant Type	Perennial
Persistence	Evergreen
US Patent #	PP28629 ('LITGS')
EU Grant #	--
Hardiness Zone	5, 6, 7
Growth Habit	Spreading / Trailing
Size (HT/W/FL HT)	4" / 18" / 4"
Finish Time	Medium (6-8 Weeks)
Bloom Time	April, May, June
Growth Rate	Moderate
Most Active Growing Season	Spring
Flower Color	Blue
Leaf Color	Lime, Yellow
Soil	Tolerant of poor soils.
pH	5.6 - 6.5
Exposure	Full Sun
Special Uses	Deep South, Deer Resistant, Low Water Usage
Nutritional Needs	Light or no fertilizer.
Dormancy	Winter
Water (Greenhouse)	Dry moderately between waterings.
Water (Garden)	Low needs once established. Drought tolerant.
How Different?	First gold foliage form. Also great vigor and holds color all summer.
Landscape Value	Great accent groundcover for hot, sunny banks or rock gardens. Can also use as edging. Drought tolerant.
Finish Time to 4"	10 - 12 weeks
Comments	Needs good drainage and no winter leaf cover or mulch.
Grower Notes	--