The 1-gallon Longwood Blue Caryopteris is a stunning shrub with blue-green-grey silver blooms that emit a very fragrant blue mist. Grown in zones 5-9, it's aptly named for its coverage.
Longwood Blue Caryopteris
Longwood Blue Caryopteris is a deciduous flowering shrub that is prized for its long-lasting, blue flowers. It is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is relatively drought-tolerant and easy to grow.
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Longwood Blue Caryopteris grows to a height of 3-4 feet and a width of 3-5 feet. It has a mounded habit with arching branches. The leaves are silvery-gray and aromatic. The flowers are deep blue and bloom in clusters from late summer to fall.
Longwood Blue Caryopteris is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It is a great choice for beds, borders, flowering hedges, or containers. It can also be used as a ground cover in small areas.
Here are some tips for caring for Longwood Blue Caryopteris:
- Plant in full sun or partial shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
- Water regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
- Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and keep the roots cool.
- Inspect the plant regularly for pests and diseases. If you find any problems, treat them immediately.
With proper care, Longwood Blue Caryopteris will thrive for many years and provide you with beautiful blooms all season long.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
