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Pulmonaria 'Excalibur' PP8958

Also Known As

  • Excalibur Lungwort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Pulmonaria 'Excalibur' PP8958 plant details

Pulmonaria 'Excalibur' PP8958 is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with blue, green, variegated and white foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pulmonaria 'Excalibur' PP8958

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: mildew-resistant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pulmonaria 'Excalibur' PP8958

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With a metallic effulgence that's reminiscent of mercury, this Pulmonaria is a refined inspiration for the darker corners of your garden. Its lance-shaped leaves are completely frosted in silver except for a pencil-thin, deep green edge. Impressively mildew resistant, 'Excalibur's striking foliage is graced by charming rosy pink and blue flowers long before spring's treasure trove of bloom gets underway. (pp#8958).
The stunning silver leaves of this superlative variety are edged in deep green; mildew-resistant ; a sure brightener for a shady corner. PSh-Shade/Med
Shiny silver leaves edged in dark green give rise to spring masses of purplish-blue flowers held tightly against the foliage in spring. Extremely mildew resistant. A great shade & woodland garden plant with a proven track record.

Gardening facts about Pulmonaria 'Excalibur' PP8958 plant

How to Grow Pulmonaria 'Excalibur' PP8958

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
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