Prunella grandiflora Lacy Blue (Selfheal)

Creeping perennial forming low mats of green foliage topped by dense spikes of soft blue flowers in early to midsummer. Tolerant of a range of soils and moisture levels and useful as a small-scale groundcover, edging, or filler plant. Prefers sun to light shade and average, well-drained soils and is attractive to bees and other pollinators. 

  • Plant Patent: n/a
  • Container Size: 
  • USDA Zone: 4-9
  • Height: 6-8"
  • Spread: 8-10"
  • Sun Exposure: full sun, part shade
  • Soil Moisture: average
  • Bloom Time: summer
  • Bloom Color: blue, purple
  • Foliage Color: green
  • US Native: no
  • Wildlife Benefit: butterflies
  • Notes: wet soil
  • Image Credit: Ball Horticulture Company