Overview
Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' is a plant with a prostrate to spreading habit in the genus Nolana, part of the Solanaceae family, with fleshy, succulent-like leaves foliage. Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sand soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover, rock gardens and coastal planting.
About
Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' is a cultivar of the Nolana genus, known for its prostrate to spreading habit and fleshy, succulent-like leaves. This plant thrives in full sun and is well suited to south-facing, exposed positions. It prefers fertile, well-drained sandy soil with neutral pH and low moisture levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, 'Blue Bird' is ideal for use as ground cover, in rock gardens, or coastal planting. It is most attractive during spring and summer and can be propagated from seed or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Nolana
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Low
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Prostrate to spreading
- Foliage
- Fleshy, succulent-like leaves
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, rock gardens, coastal planting
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird'
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird'?
Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' need?
Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' grows best in sand soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays low.
Is Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' hardy in the UK?
Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Nolana paradoxa 'Blue Bird'?
Seed, cuttings.
