{"product_id":"lithodora-diffusa-grace-ward-blue-british-grown","title":"Lithodora diffusa ‘Grace Ward Blue’ - British Grown","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis stunning, low growing perennial produces an abundance of intense, true blue star shaped flowers that create a vivid carpet of colour in late spring and early summer. \u003ci\u003eLithodora diffusa\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Heavenly Blue’ is perfect for brightening rockeries, borders, and containers, with its striking blooms standing out against dark green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLithodora diffusa ‘Heavenly Blue’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as Gromwell, is loved for its rare, almost electric blue flowers and its neat, spreading habit. It forms a dense mat of evergreen foliage, making it ideal for ground cover and for softening the edges of paths, walls, and raised beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLow growing, Spreading, Evergreen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e May – July\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Year round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eLithodora diffusa\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Heavenly Blue’ (lithodora refers to stone gift, linked to its traditional medicinal uses)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSometimes previously classified under \u003ci\u003eGlandora diffusa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGromwell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to southwestern Europe, particularly Spain and Portugal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTrim lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage fresh growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAttracts bees and other pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFull sun to partial shade in a sheltered position. Ideal for rockeries, borders, and containers with excellent drainage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but well drained, especially during dry periods. Avoid letting it dry out completely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAcidic to neutral, well drained soil. Prefers sandy or gritty conditions and does not tolerate lime rich soils well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed lightly in spring with an ericaceous fertiliser if needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGenerally considered non toxic to pets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePerfect for adding a rare true blue tone to your planting. Pair with softer pinks or whites for contrast, and always ensure excellent drainage to keep it thriving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":58858258891133,"sku":"3653895631971","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12cm","offer_id":58858258661757,"sku":"5653895631971","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/es\/products\/lithodora-diffusa-grace-ward-blue-british-grown","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}