Siberian bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla) BRUN-er-ah mak-roe-FIL-lah Synonyms:  Anchusa myosotidiflora Genus:  Brunnera This woodland plant is valued for its flowers and groundcovering leaves. Terminal clusters of delicate blue flowers appear in spring.  Noteworthy Characteristics:  Forget-me-not, bright blue flowers dance above nicely shaped, rough deep-green foliage. Care:  Prefers moderately fertile, and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation:  Sow seeds in container in spring; divide in winter. Problems:  Slugs.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Part Shade to Full Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Flowers Bloom Time Late Spring, Spring Flower Color Blue Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Naturalizing Style Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Perennials