This shade perennial can best be described as a giant version of the classic 'Jack Frost'-with a twist. The huge 9-10" leaves overlap dramatically at the base giving it a shape similar to the snail delicacy escargot. Overall, the foliage is circular from a distance. The leaves have a heavy silver overlay with vivid wide, dark green veining pattern. From mid to late spring, baby blue, forget-me-not type blossoms are held in clusters above the foliage. Grows best in part shade, reaching 14-16" tall and 28-32" wide. Hardy to Zone 3.
Brunnera 'Jack of Diamonds' | |
Full Shade, Part Shade | |
3 | |
14-16 in | |
28-30 in | |
Average Water Needs, Consistent Water Needs | |
Bee Friendly | |
Deer Resistant | |
Late Spring, Mid-Spring | |
Blue | |
Silver-grey | |
Cut Flower | |
Medium |