Alkanet. Dwarf, clump-forming perennial with basal lance-shaped, stiffly hairy, green leaves. Branching panicles of deep blue flowers. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 20cm to 30cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Anchusa azurea ‘Little John’
Dwarf, clump-forming perennial with basal lance-shaped, stiffly hairy, green leaves. Branching panicles of deep blue flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Anchusa |
|---|---|
| Species | azurea |
| Varietry | 'Little John' |
| Common Name | Alkanet |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 20cm, 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back after flowering |
| Border | Border, Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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