Pulmonaria 'Diana Clare'
Best low-maintenance perennial for shade gardeners seeking year-round foliage interest.
This shade-loving perennial is the ultimate low-effort way to brighten dark garden corners with its luminous, silver-dusted foliage. While you trade the high-octane color of sun-drenched annuals for its subtle, early-season purple blooms, you gain a resilient, year-round anchor that hummingbirds simply cannot resist.
$19.95
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant shade plants
- Gardeners seeking to illuminate dark, shaded corners year-round
- Landscapers needing reliable early-season color for shade beds
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners looking to grow plants from seed
- Gardeners in hot, sunny climates without consistent irrigation
- Residents of humid regions prone to fungal foliage issues
Performance breakdown
Shade adaptability
Thrives in low-light conditions where most flowering perennials struggle.
Foliage longevity
Silvery-gray leaves provide consistent visual interest throughout the entire year.
Pollinator appeal
Early trumpet-shaped blooms act as a vital nectar source for hummingbirds.
Maintenance requirements
Minimal effort needed beyond a simple spring pruning for density.
Soil versatility
Adapts well to both clay and loamy soil compositions.
Hardiness range
Robust performance across a wide spectrum of USDA climate zones.
Key Specs
Genus
Pulmonaria
Species
longifolia
Variety
'Diana Clare'
Mature Height
12 in
Mature Width
18 in
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-9
Soil Type
Clay, Loamy
Sun Exposure
Part Shade, Full Shade
Bloom Time
Winter, Spring
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
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