Brunnera macrophylla 'Alexandria' is a refined variegated cultivar featuring elegant heart shaped leaves with bright silver centers and narrow green margins. Sky blue spring flowers rise above the foliage offering early interest in part to full shade. Height & Spread: 12 - 16 in x 18 - 24 in Bloom Time: Spring Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade Soil Preference: Moist, organically rich, well drained soil Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture Deer Resistance: Deer resistant Native Status This cultivar originates from Brunnera macrophylla, native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Bees Spring blooming flowers attract early native bees and honeybees seeking nectar in shaded conditions. Spacing & Landscape Use Spacing Recommendations Space 18 - 24 in apart to fill in as a lush ground layer in shade beds. Landscape Placement Ideal for shaded borders, under deciduous trees, or in mass plantings for dramatic foliage effects. Companion Plants Polygonatum odoratum (Variegatum) - Provides upright elegance and complementary foliage patterning. Asarum canadense (Wild Ginger) - Native ground cover with heart shaped leaves that echo Brunnera’s form. Heucherella (Sweet Tea) - Offers warm tones and texture contrast. Tricyrtis hirta (Toad Lily) - Extends interest with late season blooms and bold foliage. Astilbe chinensis - Offers vertical plumes and late spring bloom in similar conditions.
