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Common
name: "Lungwort" or "Longleaf"
Latin name: Pulmonaria longifolia
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Zone:
4 - 9
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Mound forming
Max height: 10"
Spread: 12"
Flowers: Yes, April - May
Flower type: Funnel shaped
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 5+
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Pictured: Plumonaria
longifolia 'Bertram Anderson' |
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Photo:
Missouri Botanic Gardens |
Cultivation:
Plant in full or partial shade in compost rich, moist soils.
Prefers moist soil... but is moderately drought tolerant.
Plants should be divided every 4th or 5th season. Grows well in
containers.
Propagation:
Seed can be planted in the ground after danger of hard frost has
passed... or purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden
Center. Once established, plants can be divided after they have
flowered, or in early fall.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Powdery mildew. |
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