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CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Stephi'
Commonly known as Blue beard, Blue spiraea
Compact habit and fragrant lilac-pink flowers from midsummer to early autumn
Further Reading....
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DeciduousGrey-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Lilac pink -
Height75cm (30in) -
Spread90cm (36in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightMound-forming. Produces flowers in axillary or terminal cymes to 1cm (½in) across
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sunIn colder climates grow against a warm wall
CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Stephi'
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Additional Features
Good to knowRecent introduction. Wildlife plant - bees, butterflies and other insects
Pests & DiseasesCapsid bugs
Place of originGarden origin. UK. Peter Catt, Liss Forest Nurseries, Hants.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Garden Location/ConditionsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Serrulate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
RHS group 5, 6 & 7 -
Scented PlantsScented foliage
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsMedium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyButterfly friendly
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Caryopteris - Care Guide
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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