Cynoglossum cheirifolium is a species of flowering plant belonging to the family Boraginaceae. It is an herbaceous biennial native to the western and central Mediterranean Basin, including Portugal, Spain, France, the Italian Peninsula, Sardinia, Sicily, and Greece in southern Europe, and Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya in North Africa.
Blue hound's tongue is fairly disease-resistant and is usually not vulnerable to illnesses. Nonetheless, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its environment. These problems are generally mild. In terms of care, the plant needs moderate maintenance. It should be pruned on a regular basis to keep a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Blue hound's tongue is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.
How to keep Cynoglossum Cheirifolium.
Light
Blue hound's tongue grows vigorously in spots that get ample sunlight during the day. Although it can tolerate less sun, too little or too much can affect its health. Native to areas with abundant sunshine, it is adapted to withstand strong sunlight.
Temperature
Blue hound's tongue is suited to its native growing conditions, where it performs well in moderate temperatures of 68 to 95 °F (20 to 35 ℃). For optimal growth, it is advisable to adjust temperatures to replicate this climate, particularly as seasons change.
Fertilizer
Blue hound's tongue requires regular fertilizing to encourage flowering but does not tolerate excessive amounts. It needs light, frequent doses of fertilizer throughout its life, especially during its peak growth period and when it is flowering. You will continue feeding your Blue hound's tongue until it stops blooming.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Biennial
- Genus
- Cynoglossum
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 6-9
- Mature Height
- 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Blue
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Harvest Time
- Summer
- Native Area
- Turkey, Montenegro, Croatia, Morocco, Slovenia, Uzbekistan, Russia, Iraq, France, Portugal, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Armenia, Greece, Lebanon, Syria, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Italy, Spain, Iran, Albania, Algeria, Turkmenistan
