Overview
Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' is a mat-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Anagallis, part of the Primulaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, hanging basket, patio and container plants, conservatory and greenhouse, flower borders and beds and ground cover.
About
Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' is an evergreen, mat-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Primulaceae family. This cultivar thrives in full sun and suits a variety of soil types, including loam and sand, provided they are moist but well-drained. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is ideal for use as ground cover in cottage and informal gardens, as well as in containers and hanging baskets. Flowering in summer and autumn, it benefits from a south, east, or west-facing aspect and can be propagated by softwood tip cuttings or seed sown in spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Anagallis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Mat-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Hanging basket, Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse, Flower borders and beds, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light'
- Propagation
- Softwood tip cuttings in spring or early summer, Seed sown in spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light'?
Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' need?
Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' hardy in the UK?
Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Anagallis monellii subsp. linifolia 'Blue Light'?
Softwood tip cuttings in spring or early summer, Seed sown in spring.
