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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Full Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 3 -40 °C (-40 °F) to -37.2 °C (-35)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 8b
Plant Height: 12 - 15 inches
Plant Spread: 12 - 18 inches
Leaves: Variegated
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Uses: Groundcover
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Propagation: Seeds: Will not come true from seed
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Root
Division
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Awards and Recognitions: RHS AGM

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Common names
  • Variegated Siberian Bugloss
  • Siberian Bugloss
  • False Forget-Me-Not

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Location: My garden in Aurora, Ontario zone 5b
Date: 2015-05-02
When I transplanted this plant, I divided it into 3 plants
Uploaded by Seedsower
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2015-04-06
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2014-04-22
Another year and doing great!
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2012-10-08
Location: Washington Park Botanical Garden - Springfield, Il.
Date: 2016-03-26
Location: Lexington, VA
Date: May, 2005
Fresh spring foliage
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2016-03-19
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2010-06-12
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2010-06-08

photo credit: David J. Stang

photo credit: David J. Stang

Date: 2018-05-10
Location: Washington
Date: 2016-07-25
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2013-05-04
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2012-03-28
Looking a lot better in the Spring
Location: My garden in Kentucky
Date: 2012-03-28
Comments:
  • Posted by Marilyn (Kentucky - Zone 6a) on Aug 30, 2014 2:01 AM concerning plant:
    Brunnera Hadspen Cream needs consistently moist soil that is organic and rich in shady areas. Sun can scorch the variegated edges. Has heart-shaped leaves. Beautiful overall plant and worth growing. Is not native to the U.S.
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thequeen770 On March 13, 2017 Plant emerged
just a couple of leaves but out of the ground
thequeen770 On July 31, 2016 Obtained plant
Purchased from Pike was discounted for quick sale.
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