Pulmonaria 'Opal'
Pulmonaria 'Opal' belongs to the enchanting family of lungworts, renowned for their captivating beauty. This particular variety delights with its delicate mid-sky blue flowers, gracefully nestled among mid-green leaves adorned with charming spots. Its blooms emerge as a welcome sight during late winter and early spring, adding a touch of color and vibrancy to the garden landscape. 'Opal' lungwort thrives in shady sites with ordinary garden soil, where it can be kept consistently moist. With a height of 15-20cm (6-8 inches) and a spread of 60cm (2 feet), it forms a lovely ground cover, creating a lush carpet of foliage and flowers.
Common NameJerusalem Cowslip Blue Lung Wort
Approx Height (10 yrs.)15-30 cm (6-12")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSemi Shade, Shade
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSpring
Evergreen/DeciduousEvergreen
Variegated FoliageVariegated Foliage
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Butterfly FriendlyButterfly Friendly
Edible Leaves, Seed or BerriesEdible Leaves
Flower ColourPink, Blue
Plant TypeHerbaceous