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'Jack Frost' is a variety of heartleaf brunnera, a plant native to Siberia and China. It has dark green leaves with silver overlay and blue flowers in spring. Learn about its features, characteristics, maintenance and uses.
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This plant has large, heart-shaped silver leaves with green edges and veins, and pale blue flowers in spring. It is easy to care for, deer and rabbit resistant, and grows well in shade and moist soil.
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Siberian bugloss is best planted in a part-shade to a full-shade location in a rich soil that has excellent drainage. In a good environment, this is a largely care-free plant that requires little more than division every three or four years. This long-lasting and low-maintenance species has always been a popular shade plant. Siberian bugloss is oft...
The species form ofBrunnera macrophylla, with solid green leaves, is readily available. It has lovely sprays of blue flowers and is an extremely tough plant. In addition, there are several cultivars available: 1. 'Diane's Gold' has golden-yellow leaves and blue flowers. 2. 'Hadspen Cream' has extra-large leaves with irregular white outer margins. 3...
If the foliage starts to look unsightly during the summer, cut remove them to encourage new leaves to fill in. If you do not want your plants to self-seed (Siberian bugloss easily reseeds itself), deadhead as the flowers start to fade. Don't cut the whole plant back to the ground in the fall—the leaves will help protect the crown during winter and ...
The best means of propagation is to simply dig up an established clump in early spring, divide it into healthy segments, and replant. Siberian bugloss can be short-lived, and dividing your plants every three to five years will keep them around longer. Keep in mind that some varieties are protected by a plant patent and their propagation is prohibit...
Although the plant may self-seed, the volunteers from cultivars usually do not grow true to the parent plant and are best weeded out if you want to preserve the look of the parent. For example, volunteer seedlings of variegated plants often have solid green leaves. Therefore it is not recommended to grow it from seeds that you have collected yourse...
This plant can be a great choice for containers that are placed in partial or full shade. The variegated leaf varieties will make a nice filler throughout the season. Use a pot that is large enough to accommodate the root system, plus a couple of inches to allow for growth. Make sure the container has large drain holes. Fill the pot with a quality ...
All plants, whether planted in garden soil or in containers, benefit from a thick layer of mulch during the winter months. Siberian bugloss is a hardy plant and winterization is only required when you are growing it in containers because the winter freeze can kill the roots. In climates with extended winter frosts, cover the container with a double...
Since Siberian bugloss prefers cool, moist shade, slugs may become a problem, but varieties with thicker leaves are rarely bothered. Otherwise, Siberian bugloss free of serious pests and diseases.
Siberian bugloss is a perennial plant with blue flowers and variegated leaves. Learn how to grow and care for this shade-loving plant, including how to propagate it and deal with common pests.
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Brunnera is a hardy perennial with heart-shaped leaves and sky blue flowers that thrives in shady areas. Learn how to plant, care for, and choose from various varieties of brunnera, including 'Jack Frost' with silver-white leaves.
Learn about 'Jack Frost', a perennial plant with shimmering foliage and light blue flowers, chosen as the Perennial Plant of the Year 2012. Find out how to grow, care for and use this cultivar in shady gardens or beds.
Jul 28, 2023 · Updated: July 28, 2023. The Jack Frost plant, also known as Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’, is a stunning perennial that adds a touch of elegance to any garden. With its heart-shaped silver leaves and delicate blue flowers, this plant is a favorite among gardeners looking to add some color and texture to their landscape.
Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' Back to Previous Page. More Images. Plant of Merit. Common Name: Siberian bugloss. Type: Herbaceous perennial. Family: Boraginaceae. Zone: 3 to 8. Height: 1.00 to 1.50 feet. Spread: 1.00 to 1.50 feet. Bloom Time: April to May. Bloom Description: Blue. Sun: Part shade. Water: Medium. Maintenance: Low.
