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A new cross between Petit Bleu and Sunshine Blue that delivers the best
attributes of both. This lovely plant has shiny yellow foliage that
glows all season long. The habit is neat and compact making it a great
container plant and garden specimen. This beauty produces an abundance
of blue flowers in later summer.
It is a vast improvement over Worcester Gold. Why it's Better: This beauty is more compact and has glossy foliage. |
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Hardiness: USDA Zone 5 Bloom Time: Mid to late summer Bloom Color: Rich, amethyst blue Foliage Color: Glossy sunny yellow Size: 2.5 feet tall, 3 feet wide Exposure: Full sun Soil: Well-drained, loose soil. Does not Like to be oversaturated. Pruning: Prune in spring, removing any dead branches. Do not prune in the fall. In Northern states, this plant will dieback to the ground though roots are hardy. In the South, cut back if needed. 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: Tim Wood, Spring Meadow Nursery 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 Share your experience: Rate how has this variety has performed in your garden. |
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