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
‘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
‘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
- ‘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
- ‘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
20 inches
Light
Partial Sun, Shade
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Water
Requires consistent moisture
Humidity
Prefers moderate humidity
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Europe and Asia
Toxicity
Non-toxic to humans and pets
The Story
Plant Bio
Pulmonaria officinalis, commonly known as lungwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant with lance-shaped, spotted foliage and clusters of tubular, bell-shaped flowers that range from blue to pink, blooming in early spring. The Lewis Palmer cultivar is distinguished by its vibrant, contrasting blue and pink flowers and its vigorous, adaptable growth habit, making it a popular choice for shaded garden beds.
Bloom Period:
Uses & Benefits:
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds or divisions into well-prepared soil in early spring.
- Mist cuttings lightly and keep moist for root development.
- Plant in partial shade for best foliage color.
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
- Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Divide every 3-4 years in early spring or fall.
Pro Tip
Provide partial shade and moist, well-drained soil for optimal growth.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water consistently to keep soil moist 🌱
- Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate temperature
- Divide in early spring or fall to maintain vigor
Don't
- Avoid dry, sunny locations ❌
- Don’t let soil stay waterlogged ❌
- Refrain from over-fertilizing to prevent weak growth
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divide | ||||||||||||
| Pest Check | ||||||||||||
| Prune | ||||||||||||
| 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
Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' questions
What zones can Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' grow in?
Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' 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 Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' deer resistant?
Yes — Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' bloom?
Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' 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 Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' need full sun?
Long-leafed Lungwort 'Lewis Palmer' 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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