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Buy Omphalodes cappadocica 'Cherry Ingram'

Also Known As

Omphalodes 'Cherry Ingram'
Navelwort

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Omphalodes cappadocica 'Cherry Ingram' plant details

Omphalodes cappadocica 'Cherry Ingram' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Omphalodes cappadocica 'Cherry Ingram'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: floriferous, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Omphalodes cappadocica 'Cherry Ingram'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Named for English gardener Collingwood Ingram (of flowering cherry fame). This low growing perennial gets up to 1' tall in bloom with small brilliant blue flowers. In early March-April O. 'Cherry Ingram' is a perfect companion for Corylopsis pauciflora. The plants will slowly grow into mats of flowers and foliage.