Description

Add early spring charm to your garden with Pulmonaria ‘Shrimps on the Barbie’, a woodland favourite known for its clusters of warm pink flowers and stunning silver-splashed foliage. Perfect for brightening shady spots in South London gardens, this low-growing perennial looks gorgeous when paired with hostas, ferns, or hellebores. Loved by bees and easy to care for – it’s a great choice for pollinator-friendly borders or naturalistic planting.

Plants supplied in a 2LTR growers pot.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 25–30cm


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  Mature Spread: 30–45cm


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  Flower Colour: Deep pink


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  Flowering Period: Early to mid spring


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  Foliage: Semi-evergreen, silver-spotted leaves


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  Fragrant: No


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  Growth Rate: Moderate


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens


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  Position: Partial to full shade


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Acid to neutral


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  Soil Type: Loam, clay, or rich organic soil


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  Wildlife Friendly: Excellent for early pollinators

Perfect For:

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  Shady borders and woodland-style planting


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  Wildlife-friendly gardens


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  Pairing with ferns, hellebores, and spring bulb


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  Low-maintenance ground cover

How to Grow:

Plant in moist, humus-rich soil with good drainage. Trim back flowered stems after blooming to tidy up and encourage fresh foliage.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.