The 2012 Perennial of the Year is...

Jack Frost, "Brunnera macrophylla",  a.k.a. Siberian Bugloss

• Gorgeous
• Low-maintenance
• Shade loving
• Striking foliage
• Contrasting tiny blue, yes blue, blossoms
• Versatile

To become Perennial Plant Association plant of the year, Jack Frost was selected from over 400 other plants by the trade groups educators, plant breeders, horticulturists and others. Walters Gardens in Zeeland, Michigan introduced it in 2000.

Jack Frost's silvery foliage has dramatic dark veins that will add lovely texture to your shade garden.

His tiny blue blossoms have long stems that are perfect for your spring bouquets.