Pulmonaria officinalis Opal
Pulmonarias are low-growing hardy perennials that attract bees. Opal (formerly Pulmonaria Ocupol) is a semi-evergreen variety with superb spotted leaves that are heavily blotched and speckled with silver; ice blue funnel-shaped flowers open from pale pink buds in spring on stems up to 35cm tall. This semi-evergreen variety will retain its foliage in mild winters.
- Pot size: 2 L
- Height and Spread: 40cm (1ft) x 40cm (1ft) over 5 years
Pulmonarias are low-growing hardy perennials that attract bees. Opal (formerly Pulmonaria Ocupol) is a semi-evergreen variety with superb spotted leaves that are heavily blotched and speckled with silver; ice blue funnel-shaped flowers open from pale pink buds in spring on stems up to 35cm tall. This semi-evergreen variety will retain its foliage in mild winters.
Opal is a dependable spring-blooming perennial for a shady spot. Resistant to disease, it is ideal for adding interest to woodland areas, or to use as an edging plant along a shady path. Pair with hostas, ferns and brunneras.
- Flowers: March - May
- Hardy
- All soil types
- South & West aspect
- Full sun