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Family: Plantaginaceae
Height: 4 to 6 in
Width: 12 to 18 in
Foliage color: Small, oval to rounded leaves in medium green, often taking on bronze or burgundy tones in cool weather
Flower color: Bright gentian blue with a white eye, occasionally showing faint violet tones
Bloom time: Early to mid spring
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; trim lightly after flowering to maintain a compact mat
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife attractors: Bees and other early spring pollinators
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Works Well In:
● Rock Gardens
● Pathways & Walkways
● Borders
● Pollinator GardensCompanion Plants:
Candytuft Dwarf conifers
Arabis Blue fescues
Creeping phlox DianthusDesign Tip:
Repeat broad sweeps of blue flowers along path edges or rock gardens to create a strong ribbon of spring color. Combine the low mats with evergreen groundcovers and compact perennials to maintain texture and visual interest long after flowering ends.