Brunnera macrophylla 'Queen of Hearts'
Common Name(s):
Siberian bugloss
Heart-leaf Brunnera
Synonym:
False forget-me-not
Flower:
Blue
Blooms :
May
to:
Jun
Blue flowers with five petals and white centers
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
NO
Family:
Boraginaceae
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Foliage:
Green
Heart shaped leaves with silver overlay and narrow band of dark green
Fall Color?
NO
Deciduous
Photo by:
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Oregon Native?
NO
West State Native?
NO
Origins:
Hybrid with parentage from Caucasus
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Shade
Deer Resistant?
YES
Firewise?
YES
Height:
16-18"
Spread:
2-3'
Growth Rate:
Medium
Native Habitat:
Hybrid so does not have a native habitat, parentage grew in moist woodland areas
Soil:
Clay, sandy, well-drained
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Requires no fertilizer but can apply a balanced slow-release granular form in spring
Mulch:
Shredded leaves, compost, evergreen needles
Apply consistent moisture, plant in well-drained soil, give partial to full shade, mulch to retain moisture and protect the crown
Long Term:
Winter:
Make sure crown has protective mulch
Spring:
Cut back dead foliage, mulch, feed lightly with balanced fertilizerr, keep evenly moist
Summer:
Needs consistent moisture, protect from afternoon sun, light maintenance to keep leaves looking crisp
Fall:
Let foliage drop naturally to protect crown in winter
General Care Comments:
Thrives in part to full shade in moist well-drained soil and some mulch to retain moisture and protect crown
Common Problems
Does not tolerate sunny locations
Diseases:
Root rot if over watered
Insects:
Aphids
Environmental Problems:
Sun scortch if improperly planted
Pests:
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