Species Siberian bugloss
Green-cream leaves and green stem

Siberian bugloss

Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream'

Siberian bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream') is one of the most amazing garden plants out there. It's a hardy plant, tolerant of both cold and heat, and it's covered in vibrant, cream-colored blooms from spring to fall. The flowers are a stunning addition to any garden, and they attract a variety of bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Its lush foliage is covered with silver markings that contrast beautifully with its bright blooms. Its foliage also brings a wonderful texture to the garden—softer than many other "taller" plants. It's the perfect choice for any garden, and it's sure to add a touch of beauty to your outdoor space.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Intense blue Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Deep shade, Filtered shade, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Well-drained

Fruits:

green,brown,cream Fruits In Summer Ready In Summer

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow,cream

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Siberian bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream') needs to be kept moist. Water the plant deeply once or twice a week with lukewarm water, when the top inch or 2 of soil feels dry. Make sure not to overwater, as the plants may suffer root rot. During the spring and summer months, you may need to water more frequently. During the winter, reduce the watering to once every 2 weeks; plants go dormant in the winter and require less water. If the pot is small enough, you can dip the pot into a larger container of water until bubbles form and then quickly remove the pot. This will ensure that the entire root system becomes moist.

sunlight

Siberian bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream') requires a moderate amount of full sunlight for optimum growth. Generally, it should receive 4 to 6 hours of direct or dappled sunlight a day. Depending on the season, the lengthy of time it spends in the sun can change. During spring and summer months, it should receive slightly more sunlight for ideal growth, while in fall and winter, the plant requires slightly less exposure to direct sunlight. If the plant receives too much intense sunlight, the leaves may become scorched or dried out. Furthermore, if it does not receive enough sunlight, the leaves may yellow or become limp.

pruning

Siberian bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream') should be lightly pruned in the early spring when new growth appears. This will help encourage vigorous, bushy growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy. Remove any dead or diseased stems, as well as any that are thin, weak, or overlapping. Trim the remaining stems by no more than 1/3 of their current size. This will help maintain the shape of the shrub without damaging its health. After pruning, mulch the soil around the plant well to protect it from temperature fluctuations.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
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Starts Flowering

Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream' typically starts flowering in April.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream' is in July and August.

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