Overview
Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' is a clump forming, bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Pulmonaria, part of the Boraginaceae family, with deciduous, semi-evergreen foliage. Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds and ground cover.
About
Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' is a clump-forming, bushy herbaceous perennial belonging to the Boraginaceae family. Like other Pulmonaria species, it grows from rhizomes and is semi-evergreen or deciduous, thriving in partial shade with a preference for sheltered north, east, or west-facing aspects. It favours moist but well-drained soils of loam, clay, or chalk with a range of pH levels. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for cottage gardens, wildlife areas, flower borders, and as ground cover. It is best planted in well-drained soil and watered during establishment, with division recommended after flowering or in autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pulmonaria
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Clay, Chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pulmonaria 'Wisley White'
- Propagation
- Division after flowering or in autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews in dry conditions
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pulmonaria 'Wisley White'?
Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' need?
Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, clay and chalk. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' hardy in the UK?
Pulmonaria 'Wisley White' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Pulmonaria 'Wisley White'?
Division after flowering or in autumn.
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