Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost'
Best shade-loving perennial for gardeners seeking deer-resistant, low-maintenance foliage.
This perennial is the ultimate solution for brightening up the darkest corners of your garden with its luminous, silver-veined foliage. While it demands consistent moisture and a cool climate to truly thrive, its deer-resistant nature and ethereal blue blooms make it an essential, low-maintenance anchor for any woodland border.
$21.00
at
White Flower Farm
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Who it's for
- Rural homeowners dealing with hungry deer and rabbits
- Gardeners looking to illuminate dark, shaded corners
- Woodland gardeners needing reliable plants for deep shade
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners who dislike weeding out volunteer seedlings
- Gardeners in dry climates or with poor irrigation
- Southern gardeners facing intense summer heat
Performance breakdown
Foliage Visual Impact
Stunning silver-veined leaves provide high-contrast beauty in dim garden corners.
Deer Resistance
Rough leaf texture effectively discourages browsing by local wildlife.
Shade Adaptability
Perfectly suited for woodland settings where sunlight is limited.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in cool, moist soil.
Heat Tolerance
Struggles significantly during intense summer heat and prolonged dry spells.
Groundcover Density
Forms a lush, uniform carpet that suppresses weeds in shaded borders.
Key Specs
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
12 inches
Spacing
15 inches
Hardiness Zone
3-8
Exposure
Part Shade to Full Shade
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Water Requirement
Moderate
Soil Type
Loamy, Clay, Well-drained
Bloom Season
Spring
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