An upright perennial with bluish green leaves and clusters of bell-shaped, pendent clear blue flowers. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Mertensia ciliata
An upright perennial with bluish green leaves and clusters of bell-shaped, pendent clear blue flowers.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Mertensia |
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Species | ciliata |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 60cm |
Family | Boraginaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | blue, green |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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