Shrimps on the Barbie Lungwort

Plant in spring or fall in moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade, spacing 12–18 inches apart. Shrimps on the Barbie is a lungwort variety with unusual, warm, coral-salmon flowers — an extraordinary color for a shade perennial. The flowers appear in spring above attractively silver-spotted foliage. Incorporate compost into the planting area and water well. Mulch to retain moisture.

After the spring bloom, cut back all foliage to the ground if it looks tired — fresh, new, spotted leaves will emerge within weeks. Keep soil consistently moist. Divide every three to four years in spring. No fertilizing needed in organically rich soil. The unusual, warm salmon-coral flower color is unlike most other spring shade perennials and provides a beautiful warm accent in the woodland garden. The silver-spotted foliage provides attractive interest all season.