Brunnera macrophylla Langtrees - Siberian Bugloss

Brunnera macrophylla Langtrees, also known as 'Aluminium Spot' by our English neighbours, is a variety with apple green foliage speckled with curious symmetrical lines of silver dots, topped with magnificent blue flowers arranged in paniculate clusters (conical-shaped clusters) that are 30cm (12in) long in March-April.

Brunnera macrophylla, also known as Great Forget-me-not or Siberian Bugloss, is a perennial that grows in the forests of Eastern Europe and Northwestern Asia. It is cultivated for its delicate flowers that resemble forget-me-nots and its groundcover habit that forms a thick carpet of deciduous foliage.

Very hardy, down to -20°C (1°F), this Siberian bugloss has heart-shaped leaves that can reach up to 15cm (6in) long. They are highly decorative in pots and in the garden.

Brunnera macrophylla Langtrees thrives in cool partial shade and is a good border plant. It is well-suited for wild gardens or informal perennial bed. It pairs well with spring bulbs and other perennials.