Omphalodes cappadocica 'Cherry Ingram'
navelwort
- 9cm pot
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- Position: partial shade
- Soil: moist, moderately fertile, humus-rich soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: March to April
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Spreading to form a clump of attractive evergreen foliage, this low-growing perennial is best loved for its loose clusters of larger than average (for an Omphalodes), deep blue flowers, which appear in early spring. 'Cherry Ingram' makes a stunning addition to the woodland floor or shady rockery, where it associates well with spring flowering bulbs, ferns and hostas.
Navelwort prefers a cool, shaded or partially shaded spot with moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Before planting, enrich the soil with plenty of organic matter such as garden compost or leaf mould to help retain moisture. Water well after planting and keep the soil consistently damp, especially during dry spells, as it dislikes drying out.
Remove spent flower stems once the spring display fades to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage healthy leaf growth. In autumn, top-dress or mulch around the base with well-rotted compost or leaf mould to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and feed the roots for the following year.
Divide congested clumps every few years in early spring or autumn to maintain vigour.
Remove spent flower stems once the spring display fades to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage healthy leaf growth. In autumn, top-dress or mulch around the base with well-rotted compost or leaf mould to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and feed the roots for the following year.
Divide congested clumps every few years in early spring or autumn to maintain vigour.