Pulmonaria saccharata 'High Contrast' - Lungwort
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🌿 Features
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Common name: Lungwort
Scientific name: Pulmonaria saccharata 'High Contrast'
Flower color: Deep blue-purple with pure white center
Mature height: 0.3–0.4 m
Mature spread: 0.4–0.6 m
Habit: Bushy, spreading
Flowering period: Early spring to late spring
Exposure: Partial shade to full shade
Watering needs: Moderate
Soil type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter, slightly acidic to neutral
Hardiness zone: Zone 3 to 8
Drought tolerance: Good once established
Nectar-rich plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Remove spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming. After flowering, prune lightly to maintain a compact, dense shape. Enjoy the silvery variegated foliage that persists all season and adds interest to the garden even after flowering.
Ideal for woodlands, shaded borders, and spring arrangements, it attracts bees and butterflies while offering remarkable color contrast and natural elegance to the landscape.