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Pulmonaria saccharata 'Mrs. Moon'

This cheerful, reliable plant brings a nice touch of color to the garden in spring. The leaves are pointed and hairy and splattered with silvery blotches. As the plant grows, the leaves overlap, creating a swirly pattern. In spring, clusters of silky pink flowers appear. They fade to a soft blue that harmonizes well with the leaf color. -Sue Whetten, Regional Picks: Rocky Mountains, Fine Gardening issue #127

Noteworthy CharacteristicsMakes a great groundcover.

CareMoist, rich soil.

Propagation Divide plants in fall.

  • Genus : Pulmonaria
  • Plant Width : 1 to 3 feet
  • Plant Height : 1 to 3 feet
  • Zones : 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
  • Uses : Ground Covers, Shade
  • Bloom Time : Late Spring, Spring
  • Maintenance : Low
  • Moisture : Medium Moisture
  • Light : Partial Shade to Full Shade
  • Plant Type : Perennials
  • Flower Color : Pink, White
  • Characteristics : Showy Foliage
  • Growth Rate : Slow
  • Plant Seasonal Interest : Summer Interest

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