Low growing mound of icy blue foliage blanketed by masses of nodding, bell-shaped, small, pink flowers creates a dramatic effect as a groundcover. Compact, spreading habit that is a charming addition to a rock garden and along stream margins. Beautiful as a low border or in containers. Shelter from hot sun. Botanical Name- Andromeda polifolia ‘Blue Ice’ Pronunciation- an-DROM-eh-duh pol-ih-FOH-lee-uh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 3 ft Mature Height- 1 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Moist, acidic soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Pink Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Endless Summer Summer Crush Bigleaf Hydrangea – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees (bumble, honey), some butterflies, caution with toxicity to certain animals but pollinators do visit Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C28 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune right after flowering; keep soil acidic and consistently moist. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering for shape. Fertilization Instructions- Use an acidic fertilizer (e.g., 4-6-4) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Mix peat moss or compost into clay soil to maintain acidity and drainage. Fertilizer Recommendation- Holly-tone Possible Issues- Lace bugs, root rot, leaf spot
