Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla 'Nana'

Also Known As

Andromeda glaucophylla 'Nana'
Andromeda polifolia var. latifolia 'Nana'
Bog Rosemary

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla 'Nana' plant details

Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla 'Nana' is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with blue foliage. In spring 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, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla 'Nana'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, compact, dwarf, rare, showy, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Andromeda polifolia var. glaucophylla 'Nana'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A seldom-grown relative of the familiar Bog Rosemary – Andromeda polifolia. This species is similar but with glaucous, broadly elliptic foliage on a dense, mat forming, very dwarf and slowly spreading, evergreen groundcover only a few inches in height. Pink pitcher-shaped flowers in clusters at the ends of the shoots in mid-spring. Best in a moist soil in full sun. Native to bogs, lakeshores and other moist areas from Greenland south to the northern USA (east of the Mississippi).