Brunnera 'Jack Frost'
Best shade-loving perennial for adding bright, textured contrast to garden beds.
This is the ultimate solution for brightening up those dark, forgotten corners of your garden. Its striking silver foliage offers a dramatic, high-contrast texture that outshines standard greenery, though it demands consistent moisture to keep those delicate leaves from crisping in the heat.
$14.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact foliage for shady borders
- Homeowners needing reliable color for dark, neglected garden corners
- Busy gardeners wanting sophisticated plants with minimal upkeep
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in arid climates or areas with poor drainage
- Impatient planters looking for instant, rapid-growth results
- Gardeners unwilling to manage slug and snail populations
Performance breakdown
Foliage Impact
Silver-patterned leaves provide high-contrast visual drama in dim garden corners.
Shade Tolerance
Thrives reliably in low-light conditions where most flowering plants struggle.
Bloom Appeal
Delicate blue spring flowers offer a charming, ephemeral seasonal accent.
Maintenance Ease
Low-fuss perennial that requires minimal intervention once established in moist soil.
Companion Versatility
Pairs effortlessly with hostas and ferns for layered, professional-looking shade beds.
Growth Habit
Forms dense, plump clumps that effectively suppress weeds through consistent coverage.
Key Specs
SKU
40295
Genus
Brunnera
Species
macrophylla
Variety
'Jack Frost'
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
15 in
Mature Width
18 in
Hardiness Zones
3 - 7
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