(5-7 full shade)   90x60cm

The G. phaeum family is valuable for its ability to grow in deep and dry shade for a long period, having semi-evergreen leaves as a bonus. Native to southern and central Europe, they are excellent for woodland ground cover or the spring garden. If cut back they will flower again in September. Joan Baker is a tall cultivar with 3cm wide pale lavender flowers which have a darker halo near the centre. Any soil.