Jack of Diamonds
Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack of Diamonds'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 18-24 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Mature size | Medium-sized shrub |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, humus-rich, moist, well-draining loam |
| Soil pH | 5.5-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Cordate (Heart-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Silver overlay with dark green veining |
| Bloom | Bright blue |
| Fruit | Nutlet |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division in spring |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | None |
| Companions | Hosta, Heuchera, Ferns |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Deadhead spent flowers to maintain appearance. Mulch to retain soil moisture.
Maintenance
Remove damaged foliage in spring. Divide every 3-5 years to maintain vigor.
Cleanup
Cut back all foliage to ground level in late fall after frost.
Notes
Large heart-shaped leaves with exceptional silver overlay and dark green veining. Among the most silvery Brunnera cultivars.