Plant of the Week -
Common Name: lungwort, bethlehem sage
Botanical Name: pulmonaria rubra ‘raspberry splash’
Raspberry Splash is a dazzling combination of pink and purple flowers rising in giant hanging clusters with silver-spotted, dark green leaves. Even when the blooms have passed, Raspberry Splash remains attractive throughout the season. This variety is characterized by its fairly upright growing habit, profuse flowering abilities and resistance to powdery mildew. It is one of the best cultivars available.
Pulmonaria is an underused perennial that grows well in shady gardens. It is especially attractive when planted among hostas, ferns and brunneras. Its flowers are among the most brilliantly coloured blossoms of all perennials.
Description – perennial
Hardiness Zone – 3-9
Exposure – partial shade
Mature Height – 12 “
Bloom Time – late spring
Bloom Colour – pink/purple
Scent – none
photo from Google images
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