About
A compact, tufted perennial to 20cm in height, with a rosette of narrowly oblong leaves and fluffy, bright blue flower-heads in summer.
About the genus
Jasione can be annuals, biennials or perennials with pincushion-like, spherical heads of small blue flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing
ExposureExposed
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitTufted
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPrairie planting, Wildlife gardens, Mediterranean climate plants, Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained, preferably sandy soil in full sun
PruningOld flower stems can be cut down after flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe or in autumn. Propagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free