Flowers open pink and turn blue on the same stem. Silver-spotted foliage looks great all season.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Mar to May
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun
- Part Shade or Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 10-14"
- Bloom Colors
- BluePink
△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance✿ Pollinator Friendly
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About This Name
Pulmonaria saccharata is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Lungwort unambiguously. The genus Pulmonaria places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Lungwort, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Pulmonaria saccharata will give you the most precise results.