Lithodora diffusa 'Compact Blue' - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Lithospermum diffusum, Lithospermum diffusa, Lithospermum diffusum 'Heavenly Blue', Lithospermum diffusa 'Heavenly Blue'.

Bulletpoints
* the blossoms are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * very beautiful in containers * wintergreen

Growth habit
Mat-forming.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
Excess water must be able to drain off easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Lithodora diffusa 'Heavenly Blue' forms funnel-shaped, blue flowers from May.

Use
Tubs, group planting, ground cover, heather garden, rock garden, bee pasture