Pulmonaria ‘Trevi Fountain’ (Lungwort)
Lungwort 'Trevi Fountain', Trevi Fountain Lungwort, Bethlehem Sage 'Trevi Fountain', Trevi Fountain Bethlehem Sage
Pulmonaria ‘Trevi Fountain’ (Lungwort) is a clump-forming perennial with profuse clusters of large cobalt-blue flowers in spring. The foliage of brightly silver-spotted, long leaves is equally eye-catching and remains attractive throughout the entire growing season if cut back after blooming. More tolerant of heat, humidity, and sun than other Lungworts, it is noted for its resistance to powdery mildew and is an excellent choice for shady gardens, even in the South.
- Grows up to 12 in. tall (30 cm) and 24 in. wide (60 cm). Plants spread slowly by creeping roots.
- Resilient to most pests, deer resistant, and easy to care for.
- A part shade or full shade lover, it thrives in organically rich, moist, and well-drained soils. This Pulmonaria is more sun tolerant than most. Dry soils are to be avoided! A cool site in partial shade or shade is preferred.
- A remarkably low-maintenance plant, this excellent performer may be massed as a ground cover. Perfect for shaded beds and borders, banks and slopes, rock gardens, or as an edging plant for shady paths.
- Propagate by division after flowering or in the fall
- Remove flower stems immediately after bloom.
- Cut back after flowering.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Pulmonaria |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) |
| Height |
10" - 1' (30cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Hummingbirds, Bees |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
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* The above pictures are courtesy of Terra Nova® Nurseries, Inc. (www.terranovanurseries.com)
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 8 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Pulmonaria |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid, Late) |
| Height |
10" - 1' (30cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Hummingbirds, Bees |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Edging, Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
