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Omphalodes nitida

Omphalodes nitida

Low Maintenance

Genus: Omphalodes
Family: Boraginaceae

About this plant

A compact, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with glossy, lance-shaped, olive green leaves and erect to arching, branching stems bearing small, blue flowers from spring into summer.

Growing Information

Height

0.1-0.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Hardiness

H5

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Partial ShadeFull Sun

Soil

LoamClaySandyChalk

pH

Neutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Alkaline

Acid

Moisture

Poorly Drained

Aspect

South FacingEast FacingWest Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in partial shade. Tolerates full sun if soil retains moisture.

Pruning

Not required

Propagation

Propagate by division or seed

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails.

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Garden Uses

Uses

Ground CoverWall Side Borders

Planting Places

GreenhouseOutdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.1-0.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Habit

Trailing

Time to Full Height

Five To Ten Years