Pulmonaria longifolia 'E.B. Anderson' (Longleaf Lungwort)

Plant Profile

Pulmonaria longifolia 'E.B. Anderson' (also known as 'Bertram Anderson') is a superb lungwort cultivar with long, narrow, deep green leaves heavily spotted with silver. It forms a neat, non-spreading clump. In early spring, it produces clusters of flowers that open pink and turn vivid cobalt blue. One of the best lungworts for foliage quality and flower color.

Key Characteristics

• Family: Boraginaceae
• Genus: Pulmonaria (pul-muh-NARE-ee-ah)
• Species: longifolia (lon-jee-FOH-lee-uh)
• Cultivar: 'E.B. Anderson' (aka 'Bertram Anderson')

Growing Conditions

Partial to full shade, moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Hardy in USDA zones 4–8. Mulch to retain moisture.

Landscape Uses

Woodland gardens, shaded borders, underplanting. The silver-spotted foliage is attractive all season.

Maintenance

Remove old leaves in late winter. Divide every 3–4 years after flowering. Watch for powdery mildew in dry conditions.