Plants in family boraginaceae
Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost'
Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' is a deer-resistant perennial with round, frosty silver leaves and tiny blue flowers in early spring. It forms an 18-inch wide clump and prefers moist, well-drained soils in light, open shade. This plant does not spread by rhizomes and can be divided every 3-5 years.
Pulmonaria 'Samourai'
Pulmonaria 'Samourai' is a hybrid perennial with striking narrow, silver leaves and cobalt blue flowers that appear in spring. This evergreen plant is part of the borage family and is resistant to deer and rabbits. It prefers bright, shady locations with moist, well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for ground cover in shaded areas.
Symphytum grandiflorum 'Hidcote Blue'
Symphytum grandiflorum 'Hidcote Blue' is a tough plant with corrugated green foliage and light blue flowers that bloom in early spring. It thrives in dry shade and is rabbit-resistant.
Brunnera macrophylla 'Variegata'
Brunnera macrophylla 'Variegata' is a shade-loving perennial with 6-inch heart-shaped green leaves bordered in white. It is deer-resistant and produces tiny blue flowers in early spring. This plant prefers moist, well-drained organic soils and does not tolerate hot summers well.
Heliotropium 'Augusta Lavender'
Heliotropium 'Augusta Lavender' is a winter deciduous plant known for its lavender flower heads that bloom from late spring through Christmas. It forms a patch about 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide and is attractive to monarch and swallowtail butterflies, as well as bees. The plant has slight stoloniferous tendencies and contains alkaloids that can be toxic to the liver. It thrives in sunny conditions and is drought tolerant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Pulmonaria 'White Wings'
Pulmonaria 'White Wings' is an evergreen perennial with lime green foliage adorned with silvery white spots. It produces a spring floral display and is resistant to rabbits and deer. This plant thrives in bright shady or part shade locations with moist, well-drained soil, making it a resilient choice for shaded gardens.
Pulmonaria 'Benediction'
Pulmonaria 'Benediction' is an evergreen perennial with dark green foliage and muted silver spots, topped with cobalt blue flowers in early spring. It thrives in bright shady locations.
Pulmonaria 'Twinkle Toes'
Pulmonaria 'Twinkle Toes' is a low-growing perennial that serves as an excellent groundcover with its light periwinkle-blue flowers that age to violet and pink. The plant features dark green leaves with silvery speckles and remains compact, reaching 12-14 inches in height. It is both cold and heat-tolerant, resistant to deer, and spreads through underground rhizomes. Ideal for USDA zones 3 to 9, it prefers moist, rich, well-drained soil and thrives in full shade to partial sun.
Pulmonaria rubra 'David Ward'
Pulmonaria rubra 'David Ward' is an evergreen perennial with large, hairy light-green leaves bordered in white. It produces brick red flowers in spring and is known for its silver-spotted foliage. This plant is deer and rabbit resistant, thriving in well-drained, moist sites.
Pulmonaria 'Silver Bouquet'
Pulmonaria 'Silver Bouquet' is a hybrid perennial known for its striking silver foliage and clusters of blue and pink flowers that bloom in late winter. This plant forms a 6-inch tall clump that spreads up to 2 feet wide, making it an excellent ground cover for shady areas. Pulmonaria 'Silver Bouquet' is deer-resistant and thrives in moist soils with good drainage. It is part of the borage family and is often used in cottage gardens and shade gardens. The foliage is mildew-resistant, adding to its appeal as a low-maintenance plant. This plant is also known for its ability to attract pollinators, making it a valuable addition to any garden focused on supporting local wildlife.
Pulmonaria 'Berries And Cream'
Pulmonaria 'Berries And Cream' is an evergreen perennial with silver-spotted or entirely silvered foliage. It displays a spring floral show and thrives in bright shady or part shade locations with moist, well-drained soil. The plant is resistant to rabbits and deer.
Pulmonaria 'Apple Frost'
Pulmonaria 'Apple Frost' is an evergreen perennial with heavily silver-spotted leaves resistant to mildew. It grows compactly to 18 inches wide and produces rosy flowers in early spring. This plant thrives in bright shady locations and is not favored by rabbits or deer.
Brunnera macrophylla 'Alexander's Great'
Brunnera macrophylla 'Alexander's Great' is a giant version of the popular 'Jack Frost' variety, known for its large clumps of silver foliage with green veins and edges. It produces sky blue flowers in early spring and prefers light, open shade with well-drained soils. This maintenance-free perennial is favored by bees and does not spread by rhizomes, making it a tidy choice for garden borders.
Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream'
Brunnera macrophylla 'Hadspen Cream' is a deer-resistant perennial with heart-shaped medium green leaves and a creamy-white stripe. The edge color changes with temperature, and the plant is smothered in tiny pure blue flowers in spring. It prefers moist conditions and light shade.
Pulmonaria 'Raspberry Splash'
Pulmonaria 'Raspberry Splash' is a perennial introduced in 1999, known for its long green leaves with dramatic silver spotting. It forms 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide clumps and produces clusters of vivid raspberry-purple flowers in early spring. This plant prefers moist, well-drained soils and light open shade.
Pulmonaria 'Little Star'
Pulmonaria 'Little Star' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial known for its spring floral display and silver-spotted foliage. It thrives in bright shady or part shade locations with moist, well-drained soil. This plant is not readily eaten by rabbits and deer, making it a resilient garden choice.
Brunnera macrophylla 'Queen Of Hearts'
Brunnera macrophylla 'Queen Of Hearts' is a perennial with heavily silver leaves and narrow green veins. It forms an 18-inch tall by 3-foot wide specimen and produces sky blue flowers in April. This plant is ideal for shaded gardens and attracts butterflies.
Pulmonaria rubra 'Redstart'
Pulmonaria rubra 'Redstart' is an evergreen perennial with silver-spotted or entirely silvered foliage. It thrives in bright shady or part shade locations with moist, well-drained soil. This plant is not readily eaten by rabbits and deer, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Brunnera macrophylla 'Looking Glass'
Brunnera macrophylla 'Looking Glass' is a deer-resistant perennial with solid silver, round, heart-shaped leaves. It blooms with cobalt-blue flowers in spring and prefers moist, rich soil. This plant is not suitable for hot, humid summers, making it ideal for cooler climates where it can thrive in light shade to full shade.