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An awesome, strong growing Caryopteris with bright gold foliage. It is a great contrast plant that will add season long color to the garden. Use it next to dark green plants such as boxwood or Alberta spruce or mix it the perennial bed. This beauty will add color and vibrancy to any garden, especially in the fall when it blooms. This is a dramatic improvement over Worchester Gold which has pale yellow leaves, wispy growth and pale blue flowers.
Why it's Better: Sunshine
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caryopteris is hands down the best yellow leafed form of Caryopteris available. It is
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Hardiness: USDA Zone 5 Bloom Time: Mid to late summer Bloom Color: Rich, amethyst blue Foliage Color: Sunny yellow Size: 3 feet tall, 2 feet wide Exposure: Full sun Soil: Well-drained, loose soil. Does not Like to be oversaturated, especially in the winter. Pruning: Prune in early spring. In Northern states, this plant may die back to the ground, but that's ok - just trim it back hard and it will grow and flower. Watering: Medium moisture, drought tolerant once established Wildlife: Attracts butterflies & bees Type: Deciduous – dieback in Northern states Fertilizing: Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees & shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application. Uses: shrub or perennial border, containers, fall interest Breeder: Peter Champion of England Caryopteris is a valuable plant for the garden, providing late season blooms when many other plants have passed their prime. The rich blue flowers are appealing, as there are few options for blue color in the landscape. Although cold hardy to Zone 5, northern gardeners may experience some die back in Caryopteris plants. As the blooms are produced by new growth, this will not affect summer flowering. Even as a dieback shrub, bluebeard is a useful plant, especially for drier conditions. Use it in the mixed border, or as a mass planting in dry, sunny areas. The flowers and foliage have a pleasant scent, and may be cut for use in arrangements. Available at better nurseries, garden centers and mail order Sources Garden Centers listed by state
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