About
Omphalodes luciliae, the rock navelwort, is a compact, grey-leaved perennial producing the characteristic blue or white, forget-me-not-like flowers of the genus in spring and summer. A rewarding plant for a sunny, very well-drained rock garden or alpine house.
About the genus
Omphalodes are annuals, biennials and perennials with simple leaves and terminal racemes or cymes of blue or white, forget-me-not-like flowers. Grown in shaded, moist or sunny well-drained positions depending on the species.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.