Brunnera macrophylla Alchemy™ Silver

Scientific Name: Brunnera macrophylla 'Tnbruas'

Also Known As

Brunnera macrophylla 'Alchemy Silver'
Alchemy™ Silver Heartleaf Alkanet

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-14"
W: 15"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Brunnera macrophylla Alchemy™ Silver plant details

Brunnera macrophylla Alchemy™ Silver is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white 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 - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Brunnera macrophylla Alchemy™ Silver

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: big leaves, container plant, heart-shaped leaves, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Brunnera macrophylla Alchemy™ Silver

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Brunnera macrophylla Alchemy Silver is a vigorous, floriferous selection with impressive, flashy silver leaves that have green veins. Robust, textured leaves will hold up to whatever weather mother nature has to throw at it.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Luminous silver almost covers the surface of these large heart shaped leaves, forming vigorous clumps 14" tall and 18" wide. A glowing plant for a shaded garden… morning sun to full shade. Baby blue, forget-me-not like flowers April and May are held like