Mertensia virginica
- Perennial
- Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
- 40-50 cm high
- Blue flowers
- Very hardy
Garden use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Characteristics
| Height | 40 - 50 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | April - May |
| Flower colour | Blue |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Hardiness | down to about -30°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Light shade, Dappled shade, Shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average |
| Soil fertility | High |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Mertensia virginica |
|---|---|
| Genus | Mertensia |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Awards | Award of Garden Merit (AGM) |
