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Herbaceous Perennial

Hepatica acutiloba × nobilis

A semi-evergreen perennial with lobed leaves that are marbled above and upwards-facing flowers in shades of white, pink and blue in spring

Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Blue Pink White Green
Summer Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or East–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Bushy

How to grow

Cultivation

Grows well in humus-rich soil and thrives in heavier soils; best in partial shade. Top dress annually in autumn with leaf mould. Resents root disturbance

Propagation

Propagate by division in spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Rock garden
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Slugs and snails may attack young growth

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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