Lithodora diffusa Gold 'N' Sapphires™ PP28629

Scientific Name: Lithodora diffusa 'LITGS'

Also Known As

Lithodora diffusa Gold 'N' Sapphires 'LITGS'
Gold N Sapphires LITGS Lithodora

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 4"-8"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

5a-8b

Lithodora diffusa Gold 'N' Sapphires™ PP28629 plant details

Lithodora diffusa Gold 'N' Sapphires™ PP28629 is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with gold foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lithodora diffusa Gold 'N' Sapphires™ PP28629

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lithodora diffusa Gold 'N' Sapphires™ PP28629

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lithodora Gold 'N' Sapphires is the first gold foliage form of this extremely valuable groundcover which looks incredible topped with the deep blue flowers in spring. It has excellent vigour and holds its colour all summer even in the sun. Use it at the front of the border, on banks, spilling over walls or in rock gardens.