Pulmonaria Dark Vader

Lungwort, Bethlehem Sage

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Deep green heavily silver-spotted foliage with flowers of pink, blue and purple.

May the foliage be with you! Valued for both foliage and flowers; pink, blue and purple flower sprays top the deep green foliage heavily spotted with silver. Don’t underestimate the power of this captivating variety.

The flowers of Pulmonaria are pretty and blend beautifully with early spring blooming bulbs. Foliage remains attractive all season. Mounding habit will spread to make a beautiful display. Pulmonaria tolerate morning sun, but need afternoon shade to avoid leaf scorching.

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Deep green heavily silver-spotted foliage with flowers of pink, blue and purple.

May the foliage be with you! Valued for both foliage and flowers; pink, blue and purple flower sprays top the deep green foliage heavily spotted with silver. Don’t underestimate the power of this captivating variety.

The flowers of Pulmonaria are pretty and blend beautifully with early spring blooming bulbs. Foliage remains attractive all season. Mounding habit will spread to make a beautiful display. Pulmonaria tolerate morning sun, but need afternoon shade to avoid leaf scorching.

Code PUDV

Patent PP12,333

Plant Type Perennials

Species

Height Short 10"

Spacing Plant 20" apart

Bloom Time Early Spring to Mid-Spring

Sun / Shade Mostly Sunny to Full Shade

Zones 3-8

Soil Type Normal, Clay

Water Needs Medium

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Features

  • Beneficial for Pollinators
  • Deer Resistant
  • Edgers
  • OK in Containers
  • Shade Tolerant

Pulmonaria General Information

Pulmonaria are fabulous shade plants with semi-evergreen foliage which remains attractive as long as they are provided with adequate moisture throughout the summer. Works well under deciduous trees and along woodland pathways. Excellent with bulbs. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Pulmonaria Plant Care

Prefers compost rich well-drained soil. Pulmonaria may become dormant in extended dry spells. Perform early spring cleanup before flowering begins. Can be divided every 4 - 6 years right after flowering or in early autumn. Can shear tired foliage in midsummer for a flush of new growth.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zones 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zones 8, 9 10: Early April

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

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