Pulmonaria 'Raspberry Splash' Lungwort
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant shade-loving ground cover.
This is the ultimate problem-solver for those dark, neglected corners of the garden. While most shade-loving plants struggle with pests, this resilient perennial thrives effortlessly, offering a constant display of variegated foliage and color-shifting blooms that demand almost nothing in return.
$24.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking visual interest beyond the brief flowering season
- Pollinator advocates wanting early-season nectar sources for bees
- Woodland gardeners needing deer-resistant plants for shady spots
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in dry climates without reliable irrigation systems
- Southern gardeners dealing with intense summer heat and humidity
- Gardeners struggling with slug and snail infestations
Performance breakdown
Shade Tolerance
Thrives effortlessly in deep shade where most flowering perennials struggle.
Pest Resistance
Naturally repels slugs and resists mildew, reducing your garden maintenance burden.
Visual Versatility
Variegated leaves and color-shifting blooms offer interest throughout the entire season.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that establishes quickly with minimal ongoing care required.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws butterflies to the garden during the critical spring bloom.
Groundcover Density
Moderate growth habit creates a lush, weed-suppressing carpet for shady beds.
Key Specs
SKU
48351
Genus
Pulmonaria
Variety
'Raspberry Splash'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
2 feet
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Soil pH
6.0 - 7.5
Growth Habit
Groundcover
Sun Exposure
Partial Shade, Full Shade
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