Brunnera ‘Alexander’s Great’

Brunnera ‘Alexander’s Great’ is a large-leaved selection of Siberian bugloss, valued for broad heart-shaped leaves with a heavy silver veil and contrasting green veins. Small, airy sprays of blue flowers appear in spring above the foliage. Its bold leaf pattern gives a shaded planting a bright, reflective focal point through the growing season. ## Garden use Use this clump-forming perennial in woodland borders, shaded beds, or as a specimen in a container. It performs best in part shade to full shade; protect the foliage from hot afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves. The breeder lists USDA zones 4–9 and notes that this cultivar makes a larger plant than ‘Jack Frost’. ## Size and growing conditions Terra Nova lists this cultivar at 14 inches tall and 30 inches wide, with flowering height to 17 inches. Another cultivar reference gives a height of 10–14 inches and spread of 23–27 inches. Provide moist, well-drained, organic soil and even moisture, especially during establishment. [Terra Nova](https://www.terranovanurseries.com/product/brunnera-alexanders-great/) confirms the cultivar, size and exposure; the [US plant patent](https://www.hort.net/pedia/patent/grant/25789/) records its large silver-veiled foliage and botanical identity. ## Maintenance Remove tired or damaged leaves as needed and keep soil evenly moist during dry spells. Divide established clumps in early autumn if more plants are wanted or the mound becomes crowded. Avoid planting in hot afternoon sun, where the large leaves are more likely to scorch.