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Herbaceous Perennial

Trachystemon orientalis

early-flowering borage

Vigorous, quick growing, deciduous ground cover perennial for covering large shady areas. Bears large, bristly, heart-shaped leaves 10-50cm in diameter, with starry blue 'borage-style' flowers in clusters in spring

Other common names
Abraham-Isaac-Jacob
Abraham, Isaac and Jacob
Synonyms
Borago orientalis
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Blue Green
Summer Green
Autumn Green
Winter
Position
  • Full shade
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Boraginaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Matforming, Spreading branched
Name status

Correct

Plant range
Bulgaria, Turkey

How to grow

Cultivation

Makes useful ground cover in large spaces where it can roam freely, dry and shady included. Tolerates any soil except those that are waterlogged

Propagation

Propagate by division or by seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Low Maintenance
  • Ground cover
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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