Brunnera macrophylla 'Langtrees'
Siberian bugloss 'Langtrees'
'Langtrees' is a deciduous perennial with sprays of dainty, forget-me-not blue flowers in spring above rough-textured, heart-shaped leaves. These bear an outer ring of metallic grey markings
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Blue | Green Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Brunnera are rhizomatous herbaceous perennials with large, ovate or heart-shaped basal leaves and sprays of small bright blue flowers in spring
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Best grown in moderately fertile, humus-rich soil that is moist but well-drained. A cool site in partial shade is preferred as leaves will scorch in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by division in early spring or autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
- Ground cover
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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