Pulmonaria saccharata 'High Contrast' is a clump forming perennial prized for its silver spotted dark green foliage and two toned blooms that open pink and mature to violet blue. Adds early color and season long interest to woodland gardens and borders.
Height & Spread: 10 - 14 in x 18 - 24 in
Bloom Time: Early spring
Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade
Soil Preference: Moist, well drained humus rich soil
Watering Needs: Moderate; needs consistent moisture during heat
Deer Resistance: Deer resistant
Native Status
This cultivar originates from European species and is not native to North America.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Bees
- One of the first nectar sources for early emerging bumblebees and solitary bees in spring.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 18 - 24 in apart for full foliage effect and air circulation in shade plantings.
Landscape Placement
- Excellent for shady borders, woodland edges, under shrubs, and along paths in part to full shade where foliage can be appreciated throughout the season.
Companion Plants
- Dicentra spectabilis (Bleeding Heart) - Adds arching structure and seasonal color beside Pulmonaria’s ground hugging habit.
- Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' - Arches overhead with elegant variegated leaves and dangling blooms.
- Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost' - Provides a silver leaf echo and soft blue spring blooms.
- Epimedium x rubrum - Adds delicate flowers and long lasting heart shaped leaves for texture contrast.
- Hosta 'June' - Offers contrasting leaf shape and tone while thriving in similar shade conditions.