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Alexandria Brunnera
Brunnera macrophylla 'Alexandria'
Pronunciation: BROO-nair-uh
SKU #44686
LIGHT:
Full shade, Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist.
SIZE:
Reaches 14 in. tall, 30 in. wide.
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| Description | Silvery new foliage with deep green veins matures to huge, ghostly iridescent leaves on this stunning shade perennial. Emerging foliage provides a dramatic background for delicate blue flowers in spring. Brightens shady areas in borders or woodland settings and works well as a groundcover. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Accent |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Silver-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Hosta (Hosta); Columbine (Aquilegia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in cool sites with humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish root system; once established, water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. For a tidy appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in spring. |
Details
| Description | Silvery new foliage with deep green veins matures to huge, ghostly iridescent leaves on this stunning shade perennial. Emerging foliage provides a dramatic background for delicate blue flowers in spring. Brightens shady areas in borders or woodland settings and works well as a groundcover. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Accent |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Silver-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Hosta (Hosta); Columbine (Aquilegia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in cool sites with humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish root system; once established, water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. For a tidy appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Alexandria Brunnera produce flowers?
Early spring
Is Alexandria Brunnera evergreen or deciduous?
Alexandria Brunnera is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Alexandria Brunnera?
Alexandria Brunnera is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care.
Is Alexandria Brunnera resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Alexandria Brunnera grow?
Alexandria Brunnera has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Alexandria Brunnera in my landscape?
Alexandria Brunnera is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Accent.
What color are Alexandria Brunnera flowers?
Alexandria Brunnera produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Alexandria Brunnera?
Alexandria Brunnera has Silver-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Alexandria Brunnera?
Good companion plants for Alexandria Brunnera include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Lungwort (Pulmonaria); Hosta (Hosta); Columbine (Aquilegia); Bleeding Heart (Dicentra).
How do I care for Alexandria Brunnera?
Thrives in cool sites with humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish root system; once established, water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil. For a tidy appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.