large blue hepatica 'Elison Spence'
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A compact, semi-evergreen perennial to 15cm tall with hairy, three-lobed, scallop-edged leaves. Double, anemone-centred blue flowers fading to a paler blue with age are borne in spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- large blue hepatica 'Elison Spence' (Hepatica transsilvanica 'Elison Spence')
- Genus
- Hepatica
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
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- Toxicity
- Alpine Rockery · 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
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Distribution of large blue hepatica 'Elison Spence'
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of large blue hepatica 'Elison Spence'
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large blue hepatica 'Elison Spence' care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNone required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in an open frame, as soon as ripe, or by division in spring. Transplants and divisions are slow to establish
Growing
GrowingGrows well in humus-rich soils and thrives in heavier soils. Top dress annually in autumn with leaf mould. Resent root disturbance
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally trouble free
Pests
Slugs and snails may be a problem with young growth
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