Alkanet. Sturdy, clump-forming perennial with basal lance-shaped, stiffly hairy, green leaves. Branching panicles of pale blue flowers. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Anchusa azurea ‘Opal’
Sturdy, clump-forming perennial with basal lance-shaped, stiffly hairy, green leaves. Branching panicles of pale blue flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Anchusa |
|---|---|
| Species | azurea |
| Varietry | 'Opal' |
| Common Name | Alkanet |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| 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 |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation |
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