A prostrate perennial with leafy stems of bluish green leaves and clusters of tubular, turquoise-blue flowers on spreading stems. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to September. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Mertensia simplicissima
A prostrate perennial with leafy stems of bluish green leaves and clusters of tubular, turquoise-blue flowers on spreading stems.
Additional information
| Generic | Mertensia |
|---|---|
| Species | simplicissima |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Prostrate |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, green |
| Flowers From | May, September |
| 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 | |
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