Hardiness
Zone 2
Discover the plant
Andromeda 'Blue Ice'
FamilyEricaceae
Andromeda polifolia 'Blue Ice', or bog-rosemary 'Blue Ice', is a small groundcover shrub with a dense, rounded habit, appreciated for its unique silvery-blue foliage and delicate spring blossoms. It forms a compact and elegant carpet, perfect for cool, acidic areas such as rockeries, pond edges, or heather beds. Its pink bells in cascading clusters offer a lovely contrast with its bluish foliage and discreetly attract pollinators and admirers. Very hardy, 'Blue Ice' is also appreciated for its soothing textural appearance and great stability in peaty soil. A discreet yet refined plant, ideal for adding a soft, Nordic touch to natural or minimalist gardens.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Spring, fertilizer for acid-loving plants
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorPink
Foliage colorSilver blue
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingPlain capsules without ornamental value
Maximum height30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 inches)
Maximum width1 m (3 feet)
Growth rateslow
Hardiness zoneZone 2
Minimum temperature'-40°C
