Lungwort. A clump-forming perennial with velvety bright green leaves and pretty brick red to salmon-red flowers from late winter to mid-spring. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 80cm. Flowers February to April. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Pulmonaria rubra
A clump-forming perennial with velvety bright green leaves and pretty brick red to salmon-red flowers from late winter to mid-spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Pulmonaria |
|---|---|
| Species | rubra |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Lungwort |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 80cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | February, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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