Blue-Eyed Mary
(Collinsia verna)
Blue-Eyed Mary (Collinsia verna)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Collinsia verna, commonly known as Blue-Eyed Mary, is a winter annual herb native to rich, moist woodlands and floodplain forests in the Central United States, particularly in the Great Lakes region. It typically grows to a height of 4-12 inches (10–30 cm) and is characterized by its slender taproot system. Blue-Eyed Mary has a distinctive appearance with its bicolored flowers, which are blue and white, and bloom in the spring, providing a delicate display in garden settings.
Blue-Eyed Mary is valued for its charming springtime flowers and its ability to thrive in shaded conditions, making it a suitable choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized areas. It prefers part shade but can tolerate full shade, requiring medium amounts of water and well-drained soils with rich organic matter. While it is not commonly used, it can be an attractive addition to native plant gardens and for those looking to support local pollinators. It is generally free from serious pests and diseases but can be short-lived and may require reseeding to maintain its presence in the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
Blue-Eyed Mary is valued for its charming springtime flowers and its ability to thrive in shaded conditions, making it a suitable choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized areas. It prefers part shade but can tolerate full shade, requiring medium amounts of water and well-drained soils with rich organic matter. While it is not commonly used, it can be an attractive addition to native plant gardens and for those looking to support local pollinators. It is generally free from serious pests and diseases but can be short-lived and may require reseeding to maintain its presence in the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 0.8-1.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue, White
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Rich, moist woodlands and floodplain forests
Other Names
Common Names: Spring Blue Eyed Mary, Broad-Leaved Collinsia, Spring Blue-Eyed Mary, Collinsie Printanière
Scientific Names: , Collinsia verna, Linaria tenella, Collinsia alba, Collinsia tricolor,
GBIF Accepted Name: Collinsia verna Nutt.