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Alexandria Brunnera - 1 Gallon
SKU:
2060190
UPC:
014949479032
$24.99
- Mirror‑silver, heart‑shaped leaves with deep green veining brighten shade and woodland settings.
- Delicate, sky‑blue blooms in early spring hover above the foliage for a soft, forget‑me‑not effect.
- Compact, reliable form—about 14 in. tall and up to 30 in. wide—ideal for borders, groundcover, and containers.
- Thrives in part to full shade with consistently moist, humus‑rich soil; generally deer and rabbit resistant.
Alexandria Brunnera (Brunnera macrophylla ‘Alexandria’) is a standout shade perennial prized for its luminous, silver leaves etched with green veins and its cloud‑like clusters of blue spring flowers. A natural for woodland edges, along paths, or as an elegant groundcover, it brings season‑long texture and light to darker corners. Grow in part to full shade and evenly moist, well‑drained soil; the neat mounding habit makes it just as useful in containers as it is in mixed borders.
Plant Description
A clump‑forming, herbaceous shade perennial with large, heart‑shaped, mirror‑silver leaves accented by deep green veins. Airy clusters of blue flowers appear in early spring, offering a gentle contrast above the foliage.
Foliage & Texture
Broad, iridescent silver leaves create a “ghostly” glow in shade. The substantial leaf size adds bold texture that pairs beautifully with ferns, heuchera, and hosta.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Small, sky‑blue blooms (forget‑me‑not–like) open in early spring on slender stems above the foliage, providing early nectar and a soft woodland look.
Habit & Size
Mounding habit reaches about 14 in. tall and up to 30 in. wide at maturity—tidy enough for edging, substantial enough for mass plantings and groundcover drifts.
Light Requirements
Best in partial to full shade. Protect from harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch foliage and diminish the silver sheen.
Water & Soil
Keep soil consistently moist (not waterlogged) in humus‑rich, well‑drained conditions. Mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool through summer.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 4–9; performance is strongest where summers are cooler and soils stay evenly moist.
Special Features
Dramatic foliage color; generally deer and rabbit resistant; excellent for lighting up shade gardens and creating low‑maintenance, elegant groundcover.
Landscape Uses
Woodland borders, shady path edges, underplanting for shrubs and small trees, reflective groundcover around dark evergreens, and spring accent in containers.
Care & Maintenance
Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during heat. Remove old or tattered leaves before new growth emerges in spring to keep clumps fresh and tidy.
Spacing & Planting
Space plants about 30 in. apart for full coverage. Plant slightly high in well‑drained soil; top‑dress annually with compost to sustain moisture and organic matter.
Companion Ideas
Pair with heuchera, pulmonaria, hosta, aquilegia, and bleeding heart for layered shade palettes and season‑long texture.
- Mirror‑silver, heart‑shaped leaves with deep green veining brighten shade and woodland settings.
- Delicate, sky‑blue blooms in early spring hover above the foliage for a soft, forget‑me‑not effect.
- Compact, reliable form—about 14 in. tall and up to 30 in. wide—ideal for borders, groundcover, and containers.
- Thrives in part to full shade with consistently moist, humus‑rich soil; generally deer and rabbit resistant.
Alexandria Brunnera (Brunnera macrophylla ‘Alexandria’) is a standout shade perennial prized for its luminous, silver leaves etched with green veins and its cloud‑like clusters of blue spring flowers. A natural for woodland edges, along paths, or as an elegant groundcover, it brings season‑long texture and light to darker corners. Grow in part to full shade and evenly moist, well‑drained soil; the neat mounding habit makes it just as useful in containers as it is in mixed borders.
Plant Description
A clump‑forming, herbaceous shade perennial with large, heart‑shaped, mirror‑silver leaves accented by deep green veins. Airy clusters of blue flowers appear in early spring, offering a gentle contrast above the foliage.
Foliage & Texture
Broad, iridescent silver leaves create a “ghostly” glow in shade. The substantial leaf size adds bold texture that pairs beautifully with ferns, heuchera, and hosta.
Flowers & Bloom Time
Small, sky‑blue blooms (forget‑me‑not–like) open in early spring on slender stems above the foliage, providing early nectar and a soft woodland look.
Habit & Size
Mounding habit reaches about 14 in. tall and up to 30 in. wide at maturity—tidy enough for edging, substantial enough for mass plantings and groundcover drifts.
Light Requirements
Best in partial to full shade. Protect from harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch foliage and diminish the silver sheen.
Water & Soil
Keep soil consistently moist (not waterlogged) in humus‑rich, well‑drained conditions. Mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool through summer.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 4–9; performance is strongest where summers are cooler and soils stay evenly moist.
Special Features
Dramatic foliage color; generally deer and rabbit resistant; excellent for lighting up shade gardens and creating low‑maintenance, elegant groundcover.
Landscape Uses
Woodland borders, shady path edges, underplanting for shrubs and small trees, reflective groundcover around dark evergreens, and spring accent in containers.
Care & Maintenance
Water regularly to maintain even moisture, especially during heat. Remove old or tattered leaves before new growth emerges in spring to keep clumps fresh and tidy.
Spacing & Planting
Space plants about 30 in. apart for full coverage. Plant slightly high in well‑drained soil; top‑dress annually with compost to sustain moisture and organic matter.
Companion Ideas
Pair with heuchera, pulmonaria, hosta, aquilegia, and bleeding heart for layered shade palettes and season‑long texture.
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