Jack Frost Siberian Bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost')

Jack Frost Siberian Bugloss (Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack Frost') is a foliage perennial with large, heart-shaped leaves frosted in silver and edged in green. Delicate sky-blue flowers reminiscent of forget-me-nots rise above the foliage in spring.

Grow in part shade with consistently moist, well-drained soil. Its silvery foliage adds contrast to woodland plantings and shaded borders.

Growing details

• Plant type: Perennial
• Mature height: 1–1.5 feet
• Mature spread: 1–1.5 feet
• Spacing: Approximately 1 foot apart
• Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
• Light: Part sun to part shade
• Soil: Consistently moist and well-drained
• Flowers: Sky blue
• Bloom season: Spring
• Foliage: Heart-shaped, silver-frosted leaves with green edges

Care and garden use

This low-maintenance perennial benefits from a site that maintains consistent soil moisture while draining well.

Use as an accent or in grouped plantings, borders, woodland gardens, naturalized areas, wildlife gardens, foundation plantings, or containers. Pair with bleeding hearts, Lenten rose, or foam flower where growing conditions suit each plant.

Plants naturally vary in appearance and may differ from the images shown.