Prized for deep intense blue flowers. Anchusa Dropmore is a clump-forming perennial which features forget-me-not-like flowers. This Mediterranean native blooms with upright spikes starting in May. Eye catching blue blooms make a nice addition to the perennial border, large container plantings, mass plantings, and edging fence lines.
LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS: USDA hardiness zones: 3 through 8
CARE INSTRUCTIONS WATER: Likes to dry out between wasterings.
FERTILIZER: Refer to growers instructions.
FLOWERING: Early summer, mid summer, late spring with depp blue flowers.
SOIL: Likes a well drained soil.
DISEASE: Crown rot can be a significant problem, particularly in wet, poorly drained soils. Taller plants usually need support. Plant stems tend to open up and flop and foliage tends to depreciate in summer after bloom, particularly in hot and humid summer climates such as the St. Louis area.