Product description
Delicate blue spring flowers make this charming perennial a lovely way to brighten shaded borders and woodland style corners. Often known as Creeping Navelwort, it forms a soft carpet of fresh green foliage that spreads gently without becoming invasive. The effect is natural, understated, and perfect for adding early colour just as the garden begins to wake up. Omphalodes verna sits beautifully beneath shrubs, along paths, or anywhere that needs a touch of quiet spring interest.
To keep Navelwort performing at its best, give it moist, humus rich soil and a sheltered spot with partial shade. Water during dry spells to maintain the gentle spread, and trim back any tired growth after flowering to keep the clumps neat. With just a little care, Creeping Navelwort will return reliably each year, gradually forming a lush, low growing tapestry of foliage and blooms.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Navelwort
Omphalodes verna
Omphalodes verna
Product description
Delicate blue spring flowers make this charming perennial a lovely way to brighten shaded borders and woodland style corners. Often known as Creeping Navelwort, it forms a soft carpet of fresh green foliage that spreads gently without becoming invasive. The effect is natural, understated, and perfect for adding early colour just as the garden begins to wake up. Omphalodes verna sits beautifully beneath shrubs, along paths, or anywhere that needs a touch of quiet spring interest.
To keep Navelwort performing at its best, give it moist, humus rich soil and a sheltered spot with partial shade. Water during dry spells to maintain the gentle spread, and trim back any tired growth after flowering to keep the clumps neat. With just a little care, Creeping Navelwort will return reliably each year, gradually forming a lush, low growing tapestry of foliage and blooms.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Keep an eye on moisture in late spring - a dry spell just as Creeping Navelwort finishes flowering can slow its gentle spread.
How to Water
Water Creeping Navelwort regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, as Omphalodes verna prefers consistent moisture to maintain its fresh growth. During warmer spells, check the soil more often and give it a thorough drink whenever the surface begins to dry.
How to Plant
Plant Creeping Navelwort in moist, humus‑rich soil, setting each clump at the same depth it was growing in its pot. Gently firm the soil around the roots and water well to help Omphalodes verna settle in and start spreading.
