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Suffolk Lungwort

Suffolk Lungwort

Pulmonaria obscura

herbaceous⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 4a – Zone 8b

Suffolk Lungwort is a shade-loving perennial with spotted, hairy leaves and delicate pink and blue flowers in early spring. It's excellent for woodland gardens and shaded borders.

Overview

Form
Mounding
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.75–1.25′ tall × 1.5–2′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

low
Zone 4aZone 8b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4a to Zone 8b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Herb

Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.

Succession Role

early successional

Native Range

Europe

Function & Care

medicinalpollinator nectarywildlife benefitedible

Edible Parts

leaf

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, division

Companion Planting

Plants well with