Siberian Bugloss 'Betty Bowring'
Brunnera macrophylla 'Betty Bowring'
Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
3a-7b
USDA zone
-40°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 50cm |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
2 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
Siberian Bugloss 'Betty Bowring' Overview
Brunnera macrophylla 'Betty Bowring' is a deciduous perennial cultivar bred from the classic perennial forget me not plant, Brunnera macrophylla. It typically grows to between 30-40cm tall, producing delicate sprays of small, white, forget me not-like flowers. These appear in spring over the rough-textured foliage. This cultivar has a bushy habit, leaves are green in colour and heart-shaped. Does best in full sunshine to partial shade.
Common problems with Siberian Bugloss 'Betty Bowring'
Generally pest & disease free.
How to harvest Siberian Bugloss 'Betty Bowring'
Generally not harvested.
How to propagate Siberian Bugloss 'Betty Bowring'
Division
Divide in early spring or autumn.
Cuttings
Root cuttings.
Special features of Siberian Bugloss 'Betty Bowring'
Attractive leaves
Attractive flowers
Attracts useful insects
Other uses of Siberian Bugloss 'Betty Bowring'
A beautiful foliage plant that can be used as groundcover on banks and slopes and in flower borders & beds under roses and shrubs.
