Class Summary: Blue flowering, likes sunny hot areas, tolerates competition (like most species in the Boraginaceae family). Sometimes out competes other plants. Needs weel drained site with heat.

Notes: Late Spring to early summer blooming. Short lived but easily self sows. Full sun, average to well drained, moist soil. Attracts bees and butterflies. 90cm in height, 60 cm wide. Good for cut flower or border. Needs staking. Deer resistant. Prefers cool summer climates.

Aesthetic notes: Striking blue colour, has a vibrant effect. I could see this paired with other plants that are violet, purple or blue, to create variance on a monochromatic colour scheme. Contrasting it with white or a cool yellow, is also appealing. I could also see this being a feature in a garden that has a variety of green foliage.