Go Back Brunnera Looking Glass Heartleaf

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:03 PM
Brunnera macrophylla 'Looking Glass'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    Silver jewels for the shade! Standing an impressive 12-15 inches tall, 'Looking Glass' sports leaves with an all-over sterling silver patina. This solid silver coating is developed as the leaves age, by early summer. The leaves tend to curl under, adding a softness to its mounded form. Springtime brings clusters of tiny, blue, forget-me-not type flowers which naturally float above the young foliage that is silver with green veins. Brunneras are classic perennials that are treasured for their shade tolerance and lovely blooms. They make a fantastic ground cover when planted en masse, though the variegated forms may be slower growers than the species. Try growing them in containers too so they will be close at hand when you want to snip a few blooms for a spring bouquet.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Brunnera is a woodland plant that should be grown in full shade and consistently moist soil in southern regions. In the north, morning sun is acceptable as long as the soil remains moist. They will grow the fastest and strongest in rich soil. Little care is needed once Brunnera is established. Cut back the old foliage in the spring rather than in the fall; it will help to protect the crown during the winter. A winter mulch is also recommended.

    Flower Color

    Blue

    Foliage Color

    Green with silver coating

    Plant Spread

    12-15 in.

    Good Companions

    Astilbe-Hybrid (Astilbe ), Fern-Japanese Painted (Athyrium niponicum), Foamflower (Tiarella ), Grass-Ornamental (Carex morrowii), Hosta (Hosta ), Hosta (Hosta ), Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis), Ligularia-Bigleaf (Ligularia dentata), Phlox-Woodland (Phlox divaricata laphamii), Snakeroot-Black (Cimicifuga ramosa), Solomon's Seal-Variegated (Polygonatum odoratum)

    Plant Height

    12-15 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    3-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average and consistent water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Mass Plant, Container, Specimen, Cut flower or foliage, Border

    Bloom Time

    Mid to late spring

    Critter Resistance

    Deer resistant

    Exposure

    Full to part shade

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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