![]() ![]() PropagationDivide in spring, take root cuttings in early winter, or sow seed in spring or fall. A tough and useful plant because it will grow in Shade or Sun, and is invaluable in Dry Shade. Perfect blooming groundcover under trees and shrubs in tough spots. Genus name comes from the Greek words symphyo meaning to grow together and phyton for plant as the plant was believed to help heal wounds. Propagation Divide in spring, take root cuttings in early winter, or sow seed in spring or fall. Wait until early spring to cut foliage back to prevent winter rot. After flowering, the plant may be cut back to produce a flush of new foliage. As this colour fades, the foliage should be cut to ground level and let to re-grow. Care Grow in moist soil in full sun to partial shade. ![]() Wait until early spring to cut foliage back to prevent winter rot. Symphytum grandiflorum ‘Hidcote Blue’ is a good weed suppressing carpet for shaded gardens. ![]() Noteworthy CharacteristicsThe foliage may cause skin irritation, and if ingested, may cause serious discomfort.ĬareGrow in moist soil in full sun to partial shade. This prolific cultivar has dark green foliage and bears nodding blue flowers from mauve buds. It grows to a compact height of 18 inches tall. It may become invasive and difficult to eradicate once established. ![]()
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