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Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream'

Also Known As

  • Siberian Bugloss

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream' plant details

Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 15 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: heart-shaped leaves, self-sowing, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A wide border of cream not only makes the large deep-green leaves of this 1-2' shade lover an elegant background for stalks of bright blue spring flowers, but also an attractive foliage accent season ?round. PSh/M
The forget-me-not blue flowers continue for weeks and stand beautifully over the large heart-shaped leaves. The leaves of this cultivar have an irregular creamy edge which is narrower than B. macrophylla 'Variegata'.
Not all variegated plants can boast the sophisticated beauty displayed by this British introduction's lovely foliage. It features felted, heart-shaped, pale green leaves, each emarginated with an irregular, rich cream-colored swath. Delicate sprays of starry blue flowers dance above on graceful stems, offering a soothing yet vibrant presence in a shady spot.

Gardening facts about Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream' plant

How to Grow Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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