Brunnera ‘King’s Ransom’ in 2 gallon pot

Description

Brunnera macrophylla ‘King’s Ransom’ is a distinctive variety of Siberian bugloss, known for its decorative foliage and charming flowers. This clump-forming perennial is favored for its heart-shaped leaves that feature a unique coloration of green-on-silver with pronounced veining and a creamy yellow border, which transitions to a creamy white as the season progresses. It produces short spikes of tiny blue flowers in the spring that resemble those of the forget-me-not.

‘King’s Ransom’ thrives best in partial to full shade and prefers consistently moist, organically rich soils. It’s generally intolerant of dry conditions, and its foliage may scorch in hot summer sun. This plant is ideal for creating a textured ground cover in shaded garden areas or naturalized settings. It grows to about 0.5 to 1 foot in height and spreads 1 to 1.5 feet.

This variety is well-suited for cooler climates and may struggle in the hot and humid conditions of the deep South. Over time, ‘King’s Ransom’ can slowly spread by creeping rhizomes to form dense ground covers and may self-seed under optimum conditions, although seedlings may not retain the variegation.

For those interested in growing ‘King’s Ransom’, it is essential to provide some protection from direct sunlight and ensure the soil remains adequately moist, especially in warmer climates. This plant is noted for its low maintenance requirements aside from regular watering and occasional division to manage its spread.