BRUNNERA SILVER HEART - 8B503-
Beautiful and hardy perennial, with heart-shaped, silvery leaves veined with green. Blue flowers in spring similar to those of the forget-me-not. Plant in shade or partial shade in rich, well-drained soil.
Height upon delivery: approximately 20 cm
Description
Description
Brunnera macrophylla ‘Silver Heart’ – Shade Plant with Silver Leaves and Spring Blooms
Brunnera ‘Silver Heart’ is a selected variety of Brunnera macrophylla, known for its decorative deep silver foliage with dark green veins and its greater resistance to heat and drought than traditional varieties. Ideal for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or as an ornamental ground cover, it combines aesthetic beauty and robustness.
Main characteristics:
- Height at full growth: 30–40 cm
- Width at full growth: up to 45–50 cm
- Leaves: heart-shaped, thick, and resistant, with a bright silver color
- Flowering: April–May, with small blue flowers similar to those of Myosotis (forget-me-not)
- Habit: compact and bushy, also ideal for pots
Cultivation requirements:
- Exposure: partial shade or shade Full
- Soil: Fresh, well-drained, rich in humus
- Watering: Regular in warm periods, avoiding waterlogging
- Hardy: Very high, resistant to temperatures down to -25°C
- Maintenance: Minimal; remove damaged leaves in late winter
Ideal for: shaded flowerbeds, naturalistic gardens, ornamental undergrowth, and as a contrast in mixed arrangements thanks to its light, reflective foliage.