Lithodora diffusa 'Heavenly Blue'

Purple Gromwell, Acid Soil Lithodora

Family: Boraginaceae Borage


Type Groundcover
USDA Hardiness range 6A - 8B
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Blue
Bloom time Spring and Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, cascades, ground cover, rock garden
Height 6" to 12" / 15cm to 30cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Prostrate, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage