lungwort

Lungwort makes for excellent shade to partial-shade perennials. The common name is derived from the shape of its leaves. These clump forming plants are easy to grow and look great in mass plantings. The delicate spring flowers are an attractive feature too. They are easy to grow and require average watering.

Flowers in mid spring.

Height: 6″ – 12″

Width: 12″ – 18″

Watering and soil: Moist well drained, fertile soil.

Exposure: Shade to partial shade.

Varieties: Bert Anderson, Raspberry Splash.

Image: Pulmonaria ‘Raspberry Splash’