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The lungwort is named after its mottled leaves, which were supposed to resemble lungs. Different varieties produce different leaf markings, which look their best in mid spring when putting on fresh growth after flowering. They make excellent ground-cover plants, especially for shady borders. Funnel-shaped flowers are borne in shades of blue, violet, pink, purple, red and white. They're extremely attractive to bees, particularly the hairy footed flower bee, Anthophora plumipes.
Pulmonaria 'Dora Bielefeld' is a pretty cultivar, bearing fresh green, silver-spotted leaves and two-tone pink flowers, which open from coral buds.
For best results grow Pulmonaria 'Dora Bielefeld' in moist but well-drained soil, in sun to partial shade. Remove old leaves after flowering.
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Pulmonaria ‘Dora bielefeld’ and wildlife
Pulmonaria ‘Dora bielefeld’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Pulmonaria ‘Dora bielefeld’ poisonous?
Pulmonaria ‘Dora bielefeld’ has no toxic effects reported.
