Species
Pulmonaria officinalisCommon Lungwort21 other cultivars
‘Twinkle Toes’Twinkle Toes Lungwort
‘Pink-a-Blue’Pulmonaria Pink-a-Blue
‘Spilled Milk’Spilled Milk Lungwort
‘Shrimps on the Barbie’Shrimps on the Barbie pulmonaria Shrimps on the Barbie lungwort
‘High Contrast’High Contrast Lungwort
‘Raspberry Splash’Raspberry Splash Lungwort
‘Pretty in Pink’Pretty in Pink 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
Same species
Species
Pulmonaria officinalisCommon Lungwort21 other cultivars
- ‘Twinkle Toes’Twinkle Toes Lungwort
- ‘Pink-a-Blue’Pulmonaria Pink-a-Blue
- ‘Spilled Milk’Spilled Milk Lungwort
- ‘Shrimps on the Barbie’Shrimps on the Barbie pulmonaria Shrimps on the Barbie lungwort
- ‘High Contrast’High Contrast Lungwort
- ‘Raspberry Splash’Raspberry Splash Lungwort
- ‘Pretty in Pink’Pretty in Pink 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
24 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Water
Moist
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Europe
Toxicity
Non-toxic
The Story
Plant Bio
Pulmonaria officinalis 'Majeste' is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its rosette of lance-shaped, spotted foliage and clusters of bell-shaped flowers that range from blue to pink, blooming in early spring. This cultivar is distinguished by its striking, large, silver-spotted leaves and vibrant flower display, making it a decorative choice for shaded garden areas.
Bloom Period:
Uses & Benefits:
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds or divisions into prepared soil in early spring.
- Water thoroughly after planting to establish roots.
- Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity.
- Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Fertilize with balanced fertilizer during early growth.
- Divide clumps every 3-4 years in early spring or fall.
Pro Tip
Ensure shaded location with rich, moist soil for best growth.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged 🌱
- Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Divide in early spring or fall to promote healthy growth
Don't
- Avoid full sun which can scorch foliage ❌
- Don’t let soil dry out completely
- Avoid heavy, compacted clay soils without amendment
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
Majeste Lungwort questions
What zones can Majeste Lungwort grow in?
Majeste Lungwort is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Majeste Lungwort deer resistant?
Yes — Majeste Lungwort is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Majeste Lungwort bloom?
Majeste Lungwort typically blooms in early spring through mid-spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Majeste Lungwort need full sun?
Majeste Lungwort does best in part shade.
More Pulmonaria to compare
Twinkle Toes Lungwort
Pulmonaria officinalis 'Twinkle Toes'
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'
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