Blue Bugloss 'Loddon Royalist', Anchusa Italica 'Loddon Royalist', Alkanet 'Loddon Royalist', Italian Alkanet 'Loddon Royalist', Italian Bugloss 'Loddon Royalist'
Highly popular since its introduction 50 years ago, Anchusa azurea ‘Loddon Royalist’ (Italian Bugloss) is a biennial or short-lived perennial boasting loose clusters of tiny rich gentian-blue flowers, resembling those of forget-me-nots. The charming blossoms rise on strong, sturdy stems atop low clumps of large, deep green, hairy leaves. Unlike many Italian Bugloss selections, Loddon Royalist does not need staking. Blooming profusely for about 4 weeks in late spring to early summer, this Mediterranean native makes a beautiful background specimen for the sunny late spring border. Although short-lived, Anchusa azurea often self sows and remains present in the garden.
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Boraginaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" - 24" (50cm - 60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
Hardiness |
3 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 8 |
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Boraginaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" - 24" (50cm - 60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Bees |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |
How many Anchusa azurea ‘Loddon Royalist’ (Italian Bugloss) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Anchusa azurea ‘Loddon Royalist’ (Italian Bugloss) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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