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Lungwort plant (Pulmonaria spp.) is an attractive foliage plant that begins blooming early in the spring. Learn how to grow this shade lover. Pulmonaria (lungwort) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Boraginaceae, native to Europe and western Asia, with one species (P.
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mollissima) east to central Asia. Pulmonaria thrives in shade and partial shade, making it a great choice for woodland gardens, foundation plantings, and those harder-to-fill low-light areas. Unlike many shade plants, it offers both flowers and foliage interest—something that can be difficult to achieve in lower light conditions. Popular with bees for their nectar-rich flowers in spring, pulmonarias look wonderful planted with bergenias and geraniums.
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Gardener and author Matthew Biggs gives advice on how to grow these hardy plants and recommends his favourite varieties. Photographs Jason Ingram. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner shares all you need to know about growing Lungwort in your garden, including plant maintenance and care tips. Pulmonaria, or lungwort, isn’t the star of a garden like a peony or rose.