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Brunnera Alexander's Great
Brunnera Alexander's Great
What an impressive beauty! This brunnera is blessed with giant silver leaves with green veins and edging that give a truly dramatic effect to any landscape. Makes a wonderful container planting on a porch or patio.PP25789
- Hardiness Zones 4-9
- Mature Height 14 - 17 inches
- Bloom Time Mid spring to early summer (Apr-Jun)
- Light Requirements Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
- Ship AsNO.1 Bare Root
- Deer Resistant
- Container Friendly
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Botanical Name: Brunnera 'Alexander's Great' PP25789
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Botanical Name:
Brunnera 'Alexander's Great' PP25789 -
Ship As:
Bare Root -
Size:
NO.1 -
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Container Gardening, Perennializing, Shade Garden, Deer Resistant
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Flower Color:
Blue -
Flower Form:
Small 1/4", Forget-Me-Not like flowers in loose sprays -
Foliage Type:
Very large heartshape green leaves with silvery-white veins and green edge. -
Mature Spread:
18 - 24 inches -
Spacing:
30 - 32 inches
Growing Tips
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Planting Instructions:
Top of plant should be just below the soil and 30-32" apart. -
Soil Moisture:
Well drained -
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil -
Pruning Instructions:
Remove spent leaves late in the season
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Winter Care:
Mulch +/- 2" Planting Depth:
Top of plant should be just below the soil.Watering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.Fertilization Requirements:
Once per yearSpecial Care:
Not needed
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K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.
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Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48
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Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule
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Reviewed by 12 customers
Just planted 6 in different containers & locations - 6 alive
Plants arrived 5/29/23 - soaked overnight (18 hrs) - planted 5/02/23 zone 6b NC - Elevation 3850' - amazing growth - see photos - HAPPY CAMPER
Could be a great addition to my garden
Got 3 tiny pieces of root. planted them 6 weeks ago. not one leaf has sprouted yet.
Never came back
These plants took a long time to grow and the following season never came back up.
The best deer resistant foliage plants
I decided to write this review because I'm sure some people might find it helpful. So in April 2021 I received very moldy brunnera roots. The roots looked absolutely dead and I was truly disappointed. I decided to toss them in my flower bed all together (there're 3 roots in this pack) not expecting anything to happen. And nothing happened for a while. But a couple weeks later I noticed spikes with blue flowers and the foliage started to appear. By the end of the season the foliage was lush and growing wider and wider. I was able to divide it in the fall and got 10 beautiful plants. And the best part is - deer don't even want to go near it!!! THIS PLANT IS THE BEST!!! People who have a bad problem with deer traffic know how hard it is to find plants that deer won't touch. This is the winner and it keeps on giving. I hope people understand that every plant needs time to grow. Even a hosta root needs around 3-5 years to produce a good foliage bunch. Please give you plants a chance to shine, they need time to get established and show their true size and beauty.
Disappointed
I am very disappointed so far. Three of these arrived 4 1/2 weeks ago and were planted the same day per instructions included. None of them have shown any sign of growth yet. At this point I consider them a waste of money. That said, 4 of the 5 ferns from the same order are flourishing.
Merchant Response
Thank you for sharing your review. We were happy to hear 4 out of 5 Ferns were growing but we were sad to hear the three Brunnera Alexander's Great has failed to thrive in your garden after being planted for four and a half weeks. We are delighted to let you know we guarantee our merchandise and we will be reaching out to you with a positive resolution.
Gorgeous in Shade Garden
This is the second year for my brunnera. All three have thrived and have have beautiful leaves and sky blue flowers. Outstanding in the shade. I would recommend marking where you want fo put your plants in the fall before you order as other shade perennials, such as hostas, will not have sprouted when you plant these roots in early spring.
Recommend
I purchased the 3 Brunnera (Alexander's Great) in mid-April - shipping was expedient. After planting, all 3 have 2 white/silver leaves with green veining and this is just the end of May. I am happy with my purchase and certainly recommend.
Really took off
I have to update on my last review. This plant took OFF this past summer. It is absolutely gorgeous. I am sad that part of them died in transit and never rooted, but the two that did survive are now my favorite plants in my garden. I plan on edging my entire front flower bed that is shaded by a large oak tree.
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Large roots. Great value.
would buy again
love the color of the leaves and so big, a real addition to our garden
Questions & Answers
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I live in illinois, do I need dig out roots before winter or is ok live it in ground and cover with mulch or burlap? Do they need a lot off water?
- Asked by Maria
- Verified Reply - AngelaBrunnera has average water needs. You will want to water regularly but the soil should not remain wet or soggy. This plant is suggested for zones 4 to 9. Here is a link to check your growing zone by zip code. https://www.dutchbulbs.com/find_zoneWas this answer helpful to you
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I've read that these plants can have a very rough and prickly texture. Is that why the guy holding the plant has a mean look on his face?
- Asked by Ralph
- Verified Reply - AngelaBrunnera does have fine prickly hairs on the underside of the leaves. It helps to keep the deer and rabbits from munching them. The guy doesn't look mean to me. ( :Was this answer helpful to you
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Is brunnera deer resistant? How about squirrels? Is it a perennial or does it need to be treated as an annual? Is brunnera a suitable substitute for caladiums? I have an area that is mostly shady until late afternoon. Caladiums have done well there in past years as long as I kept chicken wire on top of them until they began to put up shoots.
- Asked by Curtis
- Verified Reply - AngelaBrunnera Alexander's Great is considered deer resistant. I don't think squirrels will bother them once established. They might notice a new planting and dig it up out of curiosity. You can use your chicken wire to protect them after planting. The plant is a perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9. It should grow well in the your shady area.Was this answer helpful to you
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My was planted last year and came out without variegation, and this season also sprouted without the variegation on the leaves. It's that normal or this one is not Alexander's Great?
- Asked by Ines
- Verified Reply - AngelaBrunnera Alexander's Great should have variegated leaves although it may not be apparent in immature leaves. It's early in the season and the leaves should show variegation by early summer. If not, please send a photo to service@dutchbulbs.com for assistance.Was this answer helpful to you
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Will slugs go after this as much as they do hosts?
- Asked by Michelle
- Verified Reply - AngelaI'm afraid slugs and snails will make a meal of Brunnera if given the chance. Was this answer helpful to you
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This is my first time ordering bare root brunnera. The shipping date is listed as March. Is it ok to start them in pots first and then plant them outdoors in late April? What is the average time for them to sprout?
- Asked by LA
- Verified Reply - AngelaIt may take your Brunnera plants 6 weeks to begin to show new top growth. It is fine to start them indoors in pots and then transfer to the garden. Was this answer helpful to you
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What size/maturity is the plant you ship?
- Asked by Kate
- Verified Reply - AngelaBrunnera Alexander's Great is shipped as a bareroot plant. Was this answer helpful to you
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Do the leaves really get as large as shown in the catalog photo? I have a plant that resembles this one already; however the leaves are only 1-2 inches wide in the widest portion of the leaf.
- Asked by Gloria
- Verified Reply - KimberlyYes, the leaves really get as large as shown in the catalog photo when grown in ideal conditions. Was this answer helpful to you
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