Blue Surprise Woodruff (Asperula orientalis 'Azura') is a low-growing perennial herb admired for its delicate star-shaped blue flowers and aromatic foliage. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and herb beds, it also attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
This hardy plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Its compact growth habit makes it perfect for ground cover, container gardening, or mixed perennial beds, adding vibrant blue hues and texture to your landscape.
Features
- Premium Non-GMO Asperula orientalis 'Azura' seeds
- Produces vivid blue, star-shaped flowers
- Aromatic foliage ideal for garden aesthetics
- Hardy perennial, low-maintenance and easy to grow
- Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
- Suitable for borders, rock gardens, and containers
- Excellent as ground cover or in mixed perennial beds
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Asperula orientalis 'Azura'
- Common Name (US): Blue Surprise Woodruff
- Plant Type: Perennial herb
- Flower Color: Bright blue, star-shaped
- Foliage: Green, aromatic, low-growing
- Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
- Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
- Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
- Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Temperature Range: 50–80°F (10–27°C)
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
- Days to Germination: 14–28 days
- Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with soil; ¼ inch depth
- Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
- Life Cycle: Perennial
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes
- Deer Resistant: Moderate
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Maintenance Level: Easy
- Uses: Borders, rock gardens, ground cover, container planting, pollinator-friendly gardens
Planting Guide
- When to Sow: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow outdoors after frost passes.
- Seed Depth: Cover lightly with ¼ inch of soil.
- Germination: Keep soil moist at 65–75°F (18–24°C); germination takes 14–28 days.
- Light: Full sun for best blooms; partial shade acceptable in hot climates.
- Watering: Maintain even soil moisture during germination; reduce after establishment.
- Transplanting: Space seedlings 12–18 inches apart when planting outdoors.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming; divide mature clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
