Species
Pulmonaria officinalisCommon Lungwort21 other cultivars
‘Pink-a-Blue’Pulmonaria Pink-a-Blue
‘Spilled Milk’Spilled Milk Lungwort
‘High Contrast’High Contrast Lungwort
‘Shrimps on the Barbie’Shrimps on the Barbie pulmonaria Shrimps on the Barbie lungwort
‘Raspberry Splash’Raspberry Splash Lungwort
‘Pretty in Pink’Pretty in Pink Lungwort
‘Majeste’Majeste Lungwort
‘Milky Way’Milky Way Lungwort
‘Dark Vader’Dark Vader Lungwort
‘Mrs Kittle’Mrs Kittle Lungwort
‘Trevi Fountain’Trevi Fountain Lungwort
‘Cotton Cool’Lungwort 'Cotton Cool'
‘White Wings’Lungwort 'White Wings'
‘Roy Davidson’Roy Davidson Lungwort
‘Raspberry Frost’Raspberry Frost Lungwort
‘Moonshine’Moonshine Lungwort
‘Lewis Palmer’Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer'
‘Bertram Anderson’Bertram Anderson Lungwort
‘Little Blue’Little Blue Common Lungwort
‘Apple Frost’Pulmonaria Apple Frost
‘Pierre's Pure Pink’Pierre's Pure Pink Lungwort
Twinkle Toes Lungwort
Pulmonaria officinalis 'Twinkle Toes'
Same species
Species
Pulmonaria officinalisCommon Lungwort21 other cultivars
- ‘Pink-a-Blue’Pulmonaria Pink-a-Blue
- ‘Spilled Milk’Spilled Milk Lungwort
- ‘High Contrast’High Contrast Lungwort
- ‘Shrimps on the Barbie’Shrimps on the Barbie pulmonaria Shrimps on the Barbie lungwort
- ‘Raspberry Splash’Raspberry Splash Lungwort
- ‘Pretty in Pink’Pretty in Pink Lungwort
- ‘Majeste’Majeste Lungwort
- ‘Milky Way’Milky Way Lungwort
- ‘Dark Vader’Dark Vader Lungwort
- ‘Mrs Kittle’Mrs Kittle Lungwort
- ‘Trevi Fountain’Trevi Fountain Lungwort
- ‘Cotton Cool’Lungwort 'Cotton Cool'
- ‘White Wings’Lungwort 'White Wings'
- ‘Roy Davidson’Roy Davidson Lungwort
- ‘Raspberry Frost’Raspberry Frost Lungwort
- ‘Moonshine’Moonshine Lungwort
- ‘Lewis Palmer’Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer'
- ‘Bertram Anderson’Bertram Anderson Lungwort
- ‘Little Blue’Little Blue Common Lungwort
- ‘Apple Frost’Pulmonaria Apple Frost
- ‘Pierre's Pure Pink’Pierre's Pure Pink Lungwort
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Perennial
Height
12 inches
Width
18 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Consistently moist soil
Humidity
Prefers moderate humidity
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Europe and Asia
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
The Story
Plant Bio
Lungworts (Pulmonaria) are low-growing, clump-forming perennials valued for their early spring flowers and often silver-spotted foliage. Flowers typically emerge pink and mature to blue, providing an important early nectar source for pollinators. A compact cultivar with dark green, silver-spotted leaves. It produces a profusion of periwinkle blue, bell-shaped flowers in early spring, opening from soft pink buds.
Bloom Period:
Uses & Benefits:
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Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds or divisions into well-drained, humus-rich soil in early spring.
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry spells.
- Mist cuttings in a humid environment to encourage rooting.
- Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth.
- Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Divide clumps in early spring or fall for propagation.
Pro Tip
Plant Pulmonaria in partial shade for vibrant foliage and abundant blooms.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water consistently to keep soil moist 🌱
- Mulch annually to conserve moisture
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape
Don't
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t expose to full, harsh sun which can scorch leaves
- Refrain from heavy fertilization in late summer
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Spring Cleanup |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Twinkle Toes Lungwort questions
What zones can Twinkle Toes Lungwort grow in?
Twinkle Toes Lungwort is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Twinkle Toes Lungwort deer resistant?
Yes — Twinkle Toes Lungwort is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Twinkle Toes Lungwort bloom?
Twinkle Toes Lungwort typically blooms in early spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Twinkle Toes Lungwort need full sun?
Twinkle Toes Lungwort does best in part shade.
More Pulmonaria to compare
Common Lungwort
Pulmonaria officinalis
Pulmonaria Pink-a-Blue
Pulmonaria officinalis 'Pink-a-Blue'
Lungwort Redstart
Pulmonaria rubra 'Redstart'
Spilled Milk Lungwort
Pulmonaria officinalis 'Spilled Milk'
David Ward Lungwort
Pulmonaria rubra 'David Ward'
High Contrast Lungwort
Pulmonaria officinalis 'High Contrast'
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