This rhizomatous semi-evergreen perennial has large dark green lance-shaped basal leaves with upright squarish stems that form a clump. It has terminal clusters of bluish funnel-shaped flowers that appear during spring.

Hardiness zones 6 to 9

Pulmonaria longifoliais naturally found from southern England to Portugal, Spain and France growing in semi-shaded woodland or scrub habitats to an altitude of 2000 m (6000ft).

It prefers a wind protected position with dappled light to full sun and grows in well drained organic rich moist soils and will tolerate heavier clay. It is frost tolerant but drought tender.

The Narrow-leaved Lugwort that is grown for its flowers and attractive foliage. It is planted in perennial borders in small or cottage gardens or used in woodland settings. This perennial is suitable for coastal or low-mountain regions and establishes 2 in-3 years. It may also be grown in containers and there are several varieties available. ID 3377

Pulmonaria(pul-mon-AH-ree-ah) longifolia(LONG-ee-FOH-lee-ah)

Boraginaceae(BOR-ah-jin-AY-see-ee)
Lungwort