Pulmonaria 'Raspberry Frost' is a compact colorful perennial noted for its silver frosted foliage and clusters of raspberry pink blooms that brighten early spring gardens. Creates a cooling contrast in mixed plantings and attracts early pollinators.
Height & Spread: 8 - 12 in x 18 - 24 in
Bloom Time: Early spring
Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade
Soil Preference: Rich, moist, well drained soils
Watering Needs: Regular moisture; protect from dry conditions
Deer Resistance: Deer resistant
Native Status
This cultivar originates from European Pulmonaria species and is not native to North America.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Bees
- Provides vital nectar for emerging native bees and early spring bumblebee queens.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow foliage to form a continuous silver carpet in shade areas.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for shady borders, foundation plantings, and woodland gardens with rich soil and morning light or dappled shade.
Companion Plants
- Ferns (Dryopteris erythrosora) - Bring graceful fronds and earthy contrast to Pulmonaria’s foliage.
- Tiarella cordifolia (Foamflower) - Adds texture and early blooms in a complementary color range.
- Astilbe chinensis 'Pumila' - Offers upright plume blooms and late season contrast.
- Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance' - Adds evergreen variegation and pairs well in shade beds.
- Lamium maculatum 'Pink Pewter' - Spreads similarly and echoes the silver and pink tones in foliage and bloom.