Posted by
Mike (Lower Hudson Valley, New York - Zone 6b) on Aug 24, 2014 8:20 AM concerning plant:
I've grown several varieties of pulmonaria; in my experience, the darker green leaves of the longleaf lungwort are a bit sturdier than the lighter green, more oblong leaves of other cultivars. None of them like any direct sunlight as it makes them wilt, and they need consistently moist (not wet) soil, but the longleaf seems to wilt a bit less in direct sun or when it needs a drink of water. The tiny flowers that bloom above the leaves in the spring are reminiscent of bluebells, although the pulmonaria's flowers can also have tinges of pink and violet. It's a great plant for deep or consistently dappled shade.
