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Lindernia grandiflora
Also Known As
- Ilysanthes grandiflora
- Angel's Tears
- Blue Moneywort
Plant type
perennial, groundcover, aquatic
size
- H: 2"-4"
- W: 8"-10"
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Lindernia grandiflora plant details
Lindernia grandiflora is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover aquatic with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lindernia grandiflora
- Plant type: perennial groundcover aquatic
- Plant family: scrophulariaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 10 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, spreading, trailing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lindernia grandiflora
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: humidity
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A terrific carpeter, this 3-5" tall native to pinelands and swamps of the Southeast has tiny heart-shaped foliage topped by small violet-blue flowers all season; enjoy it as pond edge, container, and groundcover. S-PSh/M-W
By: Forestfarm
Zn 7. Blue & White flowers. Light green leaves.
Creeping groundcover grown for its white and purple flowers that somewhat resemble small snapdragons (which they are related to). The small flowers appear in spring and last well into fall against bright green leaves that often become tinged with red in cool weather. Plants spread slowly by rooting stems and can reach up to 2' across, though they grow no taller than 3-4". Provide regular garden water in well-drained soils with full sun. Hardy to 0F.
By: Native Sons
LINDERNIA GRANDIFLORA, also known as "Blue Moneywort" or "Angel's Tears". Tiny creeping green leaves form a dense 1" mat. Thru the summer months, dainty blue and white flowers emerge. Makes a great ground cover in zones 7-10. Will trail or cascade. Can also be used along damp waterways or ponds. Likes sun to pt shade. Grown and shipped in 4" pots.
Blue Moneywort. Almost hardy, this charming low spreader bears upward facing tiny blue lobelia like flowers year round. It appreciates some moisture. Stays under an inch tall, and makes a sweet carpet in a low flat pot.
By: Avant Gardens
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How to Grow Lindernia grandiflora
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Flower Season
- winter
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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