Shrimps on the Barbie Pulmonaria
Pulmonaria ‘Shrimps on the Barbie’
1 quart pot
 
A colorful and distinctive lungwort, Shrimps on the Barbie is prized for its coral to salmon-pink flowers that bring a warm, unexpected tone to the spring shade garden. The blooms rise above a dense mound of dark green leaves heavily spotted with silver, creating strong contrast and visual interest even when not in flower. Its compact, clumping habit makes it ideal for edging, containers, and shaded borders.
 
This variety thrives in rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs especially well in shaded garden settings. It is valued for its ability to brighten low-light areas and for its strong resistance to deer. Once established, it forms a reliable, low-maintenance clump that provides both early-season blooms and attractive foliage through the growing season.
 
Herbaceous perennial
Zones 4–9
Part shade to full shade
Grows 10–12 in. tall x 18–24 in. wide
Moderate water needs; prefers consistent moisture and well-drained soil
Deer-resistant
Blooms early to mid-spring with season-long foliage interest