White Flower Farm
Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Lucerne'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant edging.
Discover the 'Lucerne' cultivar of Sisyrinchium angustifolium, a garden gem selected for its enhanced flower size and vibrant display. This perennial forms an attractive, grass-like clump of blue-green foliage, reaching about 12 inches in height and width. From May through July, it generously produces starry, lavender-blue flowers up to an inch across, offering a longer bloom period than the wild species. It's an excellent choice for garden edging, thriving in full sun to partial shade and adapting to various soil conditions with minimal maintenance.
$18.00
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Category Rank
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#1693 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-35%
Below average
SKU
38500
/ S
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking rare, saturated blue floral accents
- Busy homeowners needing hardy, low-maintenance perennial color
- Landscapers designing tidy, compact edging or rock garden borders
Who should skip it
- Gardeners desiring long-lasting, static floral displays
- Designers prioritizing year-round foliage interest and texture
- Minimalists wanting to avoid frequent deadheading or unwanted spreading
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Extended flowering window outperforms standard wild varieties significantly.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention to maintain its neat, compact form.
Climate Versatility
Exceptional hardiness range thrives across diverse regional environments.
Pest Resistance
Reliable deer resistance protects your garden investment from common wildlife.
Visual Impact
Vibrant, oversized blooms create a striking display in small spaces.
Soil Adaptability
Flexible root system handles various soil types with impressive resilience.
Key Specs
SKU
S38500
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
12 inches
Spacing
12-15 inches
Hardiness Zones
3-10
Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Blooms
May-July
Plant Type
Flower
Features
- Forms a neat, grass-like clump.
- Produces larger, starry flowers.
- Offers a long bloom period.
- Hardy selection for cooler climates.
- Adaptable to different soil types.
- Requires very little maintenance.
- Deer resistant.
- Ideal for garden edging.
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the excellent quality of the Sisyrinchium 'Lucerne' plants received from White Flower Farm. Reviewers frequently note the robust root systems and healthy foliage upon arrival, suggesting superior nursery stock. The plant proves highly reliable, establishing quickly and offering prolific, vibrant blue blooms season after season, even in varied garden conditions. This hardiness and consistent performance make it a favorite, justifying the premium purchase for gardeners seeking dependable color.
Know before you buy
The 'Lucerne' cultivar is specifically selected for its larger, one-inch starry flowers and a more extended bloom period compared to the wild species. It maintains the same grass-like habit but offers a more vibrant and consistent floral display.
This perennial is quite versatile and performs well in anything from full sun to partial shade. For the most prolific flowering, aim for a spot that receives at least six hours of sunlight daily.
Yes, 'Lucerne' is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof if food sources are scarce, this variety is generally ignored by deer in most garden settings.
Since this plant reaches a mature width of 12 inches, you should space them 12 to 15 inches apart. This allows enough room for the grass-like clumps to fill in without becoming overcrowded.
It is highly adaptable to various soil types, provided the soil is well-drained. It does not tolerate waterlogged conditions, so ensure your planting site has good drainage to prevent root rot.
Very little. Once established, it requires only moderate watering and minimal care, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for borders or rock gardens.
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