Brunnera macrophylla 'Looking Glass' PP17829 CPBR3115 |
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Photo Courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
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| | Common Name: Brunnera-Heartleaf
Common Name (Alternative): Siberian Bugloss |
Silver jewels for the shade! Standing an impressive 12-15 inches tall, 'Looking Glass' displays leaves with an all-over sterling silver patina. This solid silver coating is developed as the large, heart-shaped leaves age, by early summer. The leaves tend to curl under, adding a softness to its mounded form. Springtime brings clusters of tiny, Wedgewood blue, forget-me-not type flowers which naturally float above the young foliage that is silver with green veins (much like 'Jack Frost' PP13859). This is a sport of 'Jack Frost' PP13859.
Tip for southern growers and gardeners: 'Jack Frost' tolerates heat much better than the older brunnera cultivars.
Brunneras are classic perennials that are treasured for their shade tolerance and lovely blooms. They make a fantastic groundcover, though the variegated forms may be slower to spread 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.
Intro Year: 2004
Introducer: Walters Gardens, Inc.
Parentage: 'Jack Frost' PP13859 sport
Origin: Not Native to North America
Characteristics:
Height:
12-15 Inches
Spread:
12-15 Inches
Flower Color:
Blue shades
Foliage Color:
Silver/grey shades
Sun or Shade?:
Part shade (4-6 hrs. direct sun)
Full shade (< 4 hrs. direct sun)
Wet or dry?:
Average water needs
Consistent water needs
Need critter resistant plants?:
Deer resistant
How fast should it grow?:
Medium
When should it bloom?:
Mid-spring
Late spring
How's your soil?:
Average Soil
Fertile Soil
Sweet or Sour Soil?:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
What's your garden style?:
Container/Patio
Woodland/Shade
Rock Garden
Eclectic
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.