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Pulmonaria 'Moonshine'

Family Boraginaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Pulmonaria 'Moonshine' (Bethlehem sage) bears showy blossoms during mid spring. The showy foliage is dark green and pale green in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover, mass planting and woodland.
Special Characteristics Pulmonaria 'Moonshine' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Be advised that Pulmonaria 'Moonshine' (Bethlehem sage) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.