Brunnera 'Jack Frost': Silver-Variegated Foliage for Shade

Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' – A Foliage Star

If you garden in shade, 'Jack Frost' brunnera deserves a prime spot. This cultivar is prized for its striking silver-variegated, heart-shaped leaves that brighten dim corners. In mid- to late spring, powder-blue forget-me-not flowers hover above the foliage, pairing beautifully with ephemeral bulbs.

Why Choose 'Jack Frost'?

Unlike many variegated plants, 'Jack Frost' tolerates heat and sun better than the species, and handles dry summers and wet winters with aplomb. It forms tidy clumps 1–3 feet tall and wide, spreading slowly.

Care & Maintenance

Remove ragged foliage in late fall and snip spent flower stalks in early summer to keep plants looking fresh. Grow in part shade with medium moisture. Divide in winter if needed.

Potential Issues

Generally trouble-free, but avoid excessively hot, sunny sites which can scorch the leaves.

Quick Facts

• Height/Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Light: Part shade only
• Growth Rate: Slow
• Foliage: Silver-variegated
• Bloom: Spring (blue)