About
Brunnera macrophylla 'Blaukuppel' is a compact, clump-forming perennial that features green leaves and rhizomatous growth. In spring, it produces clusters of small blue flowers. This plant serves well as ground cover in shaded locations.
About the genus
Brunnera are herbaceous perennials that grow from rhizomes, characterized by their large, heart-shaped or ovate leaves at the base. In spring, they produce clusters of small, vivid blue flowers.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Best grown in moderately fertile, humus-rich soil that is moist but well-drained. A cool site in partial shade is preferred as leaves will scorch in full sun
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in early spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free