A semi-upright evergreen shrub with dark green leaves and clusters of sky-blue starry flowers opening from pink-tinted buds in early summer. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lithodora oleifolia
A semi-upright evergreen shrub with dark green leaves and clusters of sky-blue starry flowers opening from pink-tinted buds in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Lithodora |
|---|---|
| Species | oleifolia |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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