Lungworts (Pulmonaria)

Lungworts

Lungwortss are flowering perennials named because people thought that the leaves were shaped like a pair of lungs. These are attractive plants to use as groundcover in a garden, as they have blooms in many beautiful colors and foliage that is often mottled or spotted. The flowers are beloved by bees and pollinators.

Scientific classification

Genus

Lungworts (Pulmonaria)

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30 cm

Plant Height

50 cm

Spread

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Lungworts

Species

Common lungwort Lungwort Suffolk lungwort Bethlehem lungwort Narrow-leaved lungwort Mountain lungwort Sticky lungwort Lungwort 'Shrimps on the Barbie'Bethlehem lungwort 'Sissinghurst White'Cowslip lungwort 'Blue Ensign'Bethlehem lungwort 'Mrs Moon'Cowslip lungwort 'Victorian Brooch'Lungwort 'Trevi Fountain'Lungwort 'Raspberry Splash'Bethlehem lungwort 'Margery Fish'Lungwort 'Ocupol'Cowslip lungwort 'Lewis Palmer'Narrow-leaved lungwort 'Bertram Anderson'Red lungwort

Care Guide for Lungworts

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from damp woodlands, lungworts prefers consistently moist, humid conditions and retains water well. It requires weekly watering for optimal growth, thrives indoors, and has silver-spotted leaves that enhance water absorption during the growing season.

Propagation: Lungworts can be propagated through division, seed sowing, or cuttings. Success relies on partial shade, well-draining, organic-rich soil, and consistent moisture. Best propagated in spring or fall, division is most effective. Challenges include slug damage and root rot; proper moisture management is crucial.

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