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A white and green variegated version of Brunnera with leaves of medium green centers and ivory edges. Produces clusters of tiny true blue simple blossoms in spring. With their interesting foliage, this variety continues to add interest to a shade garden even after it has finished blooming. Deer resistant.
| • | Deer Resistant |
| • | Full Shade |
Bold, irregular, creamy white leaf margins that simply glow in the shade Lighten shady corners of your garden; some leaves can be almost entirely white! Clusters of tiny, baby blue flowers flutter above the foliage from mid to late spring.
Brunnera m. 'Variegata' is a woodland plant that should be grown in full shade and consistently moist soil in all regions of the country. The delicate white leaf margins will burn in the sun. When grown in rich soil, they are especially vigorous and strong. Little care is needed once Brunnera is established. Cut back the old foliage in the spring rather than in the fall; it will help to protect the crown during the winter. A winter mulch is also recommended. Though it tends to self-seed, the resulting seedlings are easy to pull out from unwanted areas or to replant elsewhere in the garden. It may also be propagated by division in the spring.