Brunnera macrophylla 'Alexander's Great'

Brunnera macrophylla 'Alexander's Great' is an impressive variety discovered in Belarus. It sports the characteristic silvery foliage of other Brunneras but on plants that form a broader mound. An exciting addition for shady borders and woodland gardens. PP 25,789

The genus Brunnera contains three species of perennials in the Borage family. Native to the woodlands of Eastern Europe and Northwest Asia, all are characterized by green basal foliage and sprays of small blue flowers resembling their Forget-me-not cousins. Brunnera macrophylla (Siberian Bugloss) and its variegated cultivars are frequently grown in ornamental gardens. Like many relatives, notably Borage and Comfrey, its beautifully formed, heart-shaped leaves also have a rough, hairy texture that is unappealing to herbivores. Siberian Bugloss thrives in cool, shady woodland situations with moist soil that is rich in organic matter. It is tolerant of clay but does not tolerate dry soil or hot humid summers.

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