Jerusalem Cowslip
Pulmonaria officinalis
Common Name: Jerusalem Cowslip
Genus: Pulmonaria
Species: officinalis
The Latin translation of Pulmonaria refers to the lungs and how one particular species in this Genus was considered as a cure for diseases of the lungs.
Category: Perennials
Growth Rate: Average
Features: Suitable for ground cover, Has interesting foliage
| Hardiness: Hardy | Height: 0.25 m (25 cm) |
| Sun/Shade: Partial shade or Deep shade | Spread: 0.45 m (45 cm) |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen | Flower Colour: Blue, Purple, Pink |
| Foliage Colour: Variegated | Flowering Period: April & May |
Soil Type: Normal/Loam or Clay/Heavy
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained
Evergreen perennial with soft, hairy bright green leaves spotted with white. During Spring produces pink flowers that change colour over time, finishing blue.
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