Brunnera ‘Alexander’s Great’ is a spectacular foliage plant, prized for its huge, heart‑shaped, silvered leaves with striking green veins and edges. In early spring, the plant is covered with soft clouds of forget‑me‑not blue flowers, creating a beautiful contrast against its shimmering foliage.
Thriving in partial to full shade, Brunnera grows best in free‑draining soil or compost and is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, damp spots near water features, or containers.
Your 5cm garden‑ready plug plants arrive strong and healthy, ready to plant directly into the garden or pot on until you’re ready.
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🌿 Key Features & Benefits
- 🪴 Enormous silver foliage with bold veining
- 💙 Blue spring flowers loved by pollinators
- 🌳 Perfect for shade and woodland settings
- 🌧️ Performs well in moist, free‑draining soils
- ♻️ Eco‑friendly R‑PET packaging
- 🚚 FREE P&P with tracked delivery
- 🌱 Supplied as 5 x 5cm plug plants, garden‑ready
🌿 Planting & Care
- Position: Partial or full shade
- Soil: Moist but free‑draining, rich in organic matter
- Suitable for: Borders, woodland gardens, water‑side planting, containers
- Growth: Forms large mounds of bold foliage
🌿 FAQs
Q: Are these plants hardy?
Yes — Brunnera is fully hardy in the UK and performs reliably year after year.
Q: When will they flower?
You can expect flowers in early spring, often before many other plants wake up.
Q: Can they grow in full shade?
They thrive in shade, even in difficult north‑facing areas.
Q: How big does ‘Alexander’s Great’ get?
It forms impressive clumps up to 60–70cm high with foliage mounds up to 80–100cm wide.