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Anchusa azurea Loddon Royalist

Italian Bugloss (Alkanet)

A clump forming perennial with short stems of bell-shaped, royal-blue flowers and coarse, hairy foliage. With regular deadheading, more flowers will be produced.

  • »  Short stems of royal-blue bell-shaped flowers
  • »  Upright stems of hairy light green foliage
  • »  Deer and rabbit resistant
  • »  Attracts butterflies
  • »  Bloom Time: May to June

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:80-90 cm
  • Spread:40-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Blue
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Heat Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
• Summer
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Anchusa azurea 'Loddon Royalist'

Anchusa are best grown in full sun with an average to moist, well-drained soil. Prompt deadheading prolongs the bloom time. To promote fresh growth, prune plant back hard in midsummer. Plants may be short-lived, but seeds sustain its plant life. May benefit with mulch protection in the winter, but don't apply mulch directly to the crown.