In the spring Brunnera adds a stunning splash
of blue to the moist shade garden. They prefer shade, but do
grow well if they receive morning sun. The dainty true blue
forget me not-like flowers dance above the leaves, which are
small at this time. As the flowers fade, cut the flowering
stalks to the ground. Soon after the plant will develop larger
leaves and, in the case of the fancier cultivars, display
beautiful, showy, silver or variegated leaves. Because of the
attractive foliage, Brunnera remains an important part of your
garden for many months. These plants are extremely deer
resistant and grow even better in moist areas. This is one of
the few perennial flowers that actually has a true blue
flower. In the fall and/or spring remove any dead or
unattractive leaves.
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