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Lithodora hispidula
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 12"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 6a-11
Lithodora hispidula plant details
Lithodora hispidula is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue foliage. In spring blue, pink and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lithodora hispidula
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: boraginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: blue, pink and white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lithodora hispidula
- USDA Zones: 6a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Lithodora hispidula
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- white
- pink
- blue
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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aka Blue Lithospermum, Grace Ward Lithodora
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
6a-8b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 1'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - low
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly shade
- low - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Lithodora diffusa 'LITGS'
aka Lithodora diffusa Gold 'N' Sapphires 'LITGS', Gold N Sapphires LITGS Lithodora
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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