Brunnera macrophylla
Common Name(s):
Siberian bugloss
False forget-me-not
Synonym:
Anchuca myosotidiflora
Heartleaf Brunnera
Flower:
Blue
Blooms :
Apr
to:
May
Tiny blue 5 petaled flowers with white centers
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
NO
Family:
Boraginaceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Foliage:
Green
Leaves deep green heart -shaped with silver variegation, 6" across
Fall Color?
YES
Foliage remains green
Evergreen
Photo by:
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Foliage remains green in warmer climates
Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
NO
Origins:
Northeastern Turkey. Caucasus, Eastern Europe
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Shade
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
1-2'
Spread:
2-3'
Growth Rate:
Medium
Native Habitat:
Mountain slopes
Soil:
Humus rich soil, well-drained
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Not necessary but can apply a balanced (10-10-10 or 5-10-10) slow-release fertilizer or compost in spring
Mulch:
2" layer of shredded bark, compost, or leaf mold in spring
Ensure consistent moisture in shady soil, cut back dead flowers and leaves, mulch, divide if needed
Long Term:
Winter:
None if mulched in fall
Spring:
Remove dead leaves, apply mulch, add fertilizer, provide adequate water
Summer:
Trim any dead leaves and flowers, make sure plant receives adeqiate moisture
Fall:
Leave the leaves for winter protection, make sure adequate water, apply mulch as needed
General Care Comments:
Requires moist rich soil, partial to full shade, adequate moisture
Common Problems
Improper watering, leaf scortch
Diseases:
Root and crown rots
Insects:
Aphids
Environmental Problems:
Improper watering, poor soil, too much sun
Pests:
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