Botanical profile
Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost'
Latin name
Brunnera 'Jack Frost' (mac.)
Common name
Caucasian forget-me-not with silver foliage and blue flowers
Type
Perennial
Family
Boraginaceae
The best-known and most widely grown cultivar. The leaves are covered in silver, veined with green. The unique blue flowers, reminiscent of forget-me-nots, are arranged in clusters above the foliage. A must-have! Tolerates heat better than older Brunnera cultivars.
Pets
Deer
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Light shadow
Watering
Fertilization
Soil type
Kept moist, Clayey
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance
Blooming, foliage and shape
Blooming period
April-May
Flower color
Blue
Foliage color
Shape
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
16 inches (40.5 cm)
Width
16 inches (40.5 cm)
Growth rate
Moderate
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
