Brunnera, also known as Siberian Bugloss, are elegant shade-loving perennials grown for their heart-shaped leaves and delicate sprays of tiny, forget-me-not–blue flowers. Flowering from April to May, they add light and texture to the garden’s shadier corners, thriving where many other plants struggle. Their bold, silvery foliage varieties make Brunnera a perfect choice for adding year-round interest to borders and woodland-style plantings.
These hardy, low-maintenance plants prefer moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade, making them ideal companions for Hostas, Ferns, and Dicentra. Once established, they form neat clumps that spread gently, filling gaps with their lush foliage and soft spring colour.
Popular varieties include Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’, ‘Looking Glass’, and ‘Sea Heart’, all prized for their striking leaves and dainty blue flowers. Whether planted in containers or shady borders, Brunnera brings elegance, texture, and dependable spring beauty to any garden.
