Lithodora diffusa Grace Ward

Common Name: Lithodora 'Grace Ward'

Description:
Lithodora diffusa 'Grace Ward' is a stunning, low-growing evergreen ground cover known for its vivid, deep blue, star-shaped flowers that bloom prolifically from spring through summer. Its fine, dark green foliage provides year-round interest, making it a fantastic addition to rock gardens, borders, and cascading over retaining walls. This hardy perennial thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Drought-tolerant once established, 'Grace Ward' is ideal for Melbourne gardens, requiring minimal maintenance while providing long-lasting colour and texture. It attracts bees and butterflies, adding life to the garden, and works beautifully in pots, hanging baskets, and mass plantings.

Form:

• Ground Cover

Mature Size:

• Height: 10–20 cm
• Width: 60–90 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Deep Blue

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Low-Maintenance
• Excellent for Rock Gardens

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:

• Aubrieta
• Campanula (Bellflower)
• Dianthus
• Sedum
• Lavandula (Lavender)