Jackson & Perkins Brunnera Jack Frost
Best shade-loving perennial for adding elegant texture to woodland gardens.
These silver-veined leaves turn a dull shade garden into a high-contrast display that actually holds its own. While you sacrifice the rapid growth of common groundcovers, you gain a sophisticated, low-maintenance perennial that stays elegant long after the spring blossoms fade.
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Who it's for
- Busy gardeners wanting low-effort, deer-proof landscape accents
- Gardeners seeking high-impact color for dark, shaded spaces
- Homeowners looking to brighten dim, neglected garden corners
Who should skip it
- Designers requiring year-round structural interest in garden beds
- Gardeners in arid climates without reliable irrigation systems
- Landscapers working with sunny, exposed planting sites
Performance breakdown
Foliage Visual Impact
Intricate silver veining creates a stunning, high-contrast focal point for shade.
Shade Garden Versatility
Pairs effortlessly with hostas and ferns to elevate woodland planting schemes.
Hardiness and Resilience
Reliably withstands cold snaps and thrives in less-than-ideal soil conditions.
Seasonal Bloom Quality
Brilliant blue spring flowers provide a vibrant, early-season color pop.
Growth Habit Consistency
Dense, mound-shaped structure maintains a tidy, elegant appearance all season.
Maintenance Requirements
Low-effort perennial that rewards gardeners with minimal intervention needed.
Key Specs
Genus
Brunnera
Species
macrophylla
Variety
'Jack Frost'
ppaf
PP13859
Item Form
1-Quart
Zone
3 - 7
Bloom Start to End
Early Spring
Habit
Mound-shaped
Light Exposure
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Mature Spread
18 inches
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