Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla

Also Known As

Andromeda glaucophylla
Andromeda polifolia var. latifolia
Bog Rosemary

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8"-36"
W: 12"-60"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla plant details

Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 60 IN - wide, 8 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Arctic-tough and garden-pretty, this 4-24" bog plant with its narrow leaves and tiny, light pink-?pitcher? flowers packed in pendulous clusters may not appreciate heat. S-PSh (depending on latitude), Med (not dry) Acid

By: Forestfarm

A highly desirable ericaceous shrublet also known as Andromeda polifolia var angustifolia, Andromeda either is a monotypic genus or has two species depending on how you split this. It is distinguished by the covering of dense white hairs on the underside of the leaves and is native to Greenland and northeastern North America in bogs, flowers are pink.