narrow-leaved lungwort
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P. longifolia is a semi-evergreen perennial to 40cm tall, with long, narrow, dark green leaves spotted with silvery-white, and dense clusters of deep blue flowers opening from pink buds in spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- narrow-leaved lungwort (Pulmonaria longifolia)
- Genus
- Pulmonaria
- Family
- Boraginaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full shade · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of narrow-leaved lungwort
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of narrow-leaved lungwort
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narrow-leaved lungwort care guide
- Cool moist soil required, never allow root ball to fully dry out
- Watering
- Full shade · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Cool moist soil required, never allow root ball to fully dry out
Fertilizing
FertilizingWeak organic liquid feed administered once each spring growth month
Pruning
PruningRemove old leaves after flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division after flowering or in autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in humus-rich, fertile, moist but not waterlogged soil in full or partial shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be subject to powdery mildews in dry conditions
Pests
Generally pest-free
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