Pulmonaria ‘Bertram Anderson’
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Pulmonaria ‘Bertram Anderson’
A classic, long-valued lungwort with striking foliage and rich spring flowers.
Pulmonaria ‘Bertram Anderson’ is admired for its deep green leaves liberally splashed with silver, forming a neat and weed-suppressing clump. In spring, clusters of violet-blue flowers emerge from pink buds, creating a vivid two-tone display that’s irresistible to early pollinators, especially bees. The foliage remains attractive well into autumn, adding texture and sparkle to shady beds.
This dependable perennial thrives in partial to full shade with moist, humus-rich soil. It is excellent under deciduous trees or alongside woodland-style planting, where it brightens darker corners. Compact and easy to grow, it is one of the most reliable Pulmonarias for year-round interest.
Specifications:
Position: Partial to full shade
Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained
Flowering: March to May
Height: 25–30 cm
Spread: 40–50 cm
Growth: Compact, clump-forming perennial
Wildlife: Early nectar source for bees
🌿 Note for Isle of Wight planting
On the Island, ‘Bertram Anderson’ thrives even in tricky dry shade, though it appreciates extra compost or leaf mould at planting time. Once established, it copes well with summer droughts while still offering lush foliage cover.
🌿 Ideal Companion Plants from The Green Standard Range
Epimedium x warleyense ‘Orangekönigin’ – warm orange spring blooms, delicate foliage
Lamium ‘White Nancy’ – silvery mats and white flowers for contrast
Ajuga ‘Burgundy Glow’ – colourful groundcover with purple flower spikes
Hosta varieties – bold leaves for textural balance
🌟 The Green Standard Tip
Deadhead after flowering and shear back tired leaves in midsummer. Fresh foliage will regrow quickly, keeping your Pulmonaria clumps looking pristine right through to autumn.