Lungworts are among of the dependable and eye-catching perennials for shaded areas that bloom in the spring. A lush mound of silver-spotted green foliage is covered with clusters of delicate opal-blue bells that eventually become white. This variety. In areas with warm winters, evergreen. After flowering has done, severely prune the plant to revive the foliage. Rich, moist soil devoid of surface-rooted trees is preferred by plants.
Plant Type |
Perennials |
Hardiness Zone |
3-9 |
Exposure |
Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring |
Height | 6" - 12" (in) |
Spread | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
Water Needs |
Average |
Maintenance |
Low |
Soil Type |
Chalk, Clay, Loam |
Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics |
Semi-Evergreen, Showy |
Tolerance |
Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts |
Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses |
Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Lungwort 'Opal' | PULMONARIA 'OPAL' || Lungworts are among of the dependable and eye-catching perennials for shaded areas that bloom in the spring. A lush mound of silver-spotted green foliage is covered with clusters of delicate opal-blue bells that eventually become white. This variety. In areas with warm winters, evergreen. After flowering has done, severely prune the plant to revive the foliage. Rich, moist soil devoid of surface-rooted trees is preferred by plants.
Partial Sun, Shade,
Spring,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained,
Semi-Evergreen, Showy,
Deer Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant,
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Banks and Slopes, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio and Containers