Silver Heart Siberian bugloss

Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart'

PerennialBoraginaceae

Silver Heart Siberian bugloss
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenGround coverLow maintenancePollinator gardenShade gardenWoodland

Attracts

Bees

Notes

'Silver Heart' Siberian bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart') is a perennial for shade gardens, woodlands, and borders. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It forms a clumping mound and grows at a moderate pace. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. Bees visit the blooms from early to late spring.

Pairs well with White Feather hosta, Solomon's seal, and China Town tulip.