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CARYOPTERIS
Commonly known as Blue beard, Blue spiraea
Genus of 6 species of aromatic, deciduous shrubs and perennials from various habitats in the Himalayas and mountains of eastern Asia.
The very popular clandonensis cultivars originated in the garden of Arthur Simmonds at Clandon, Surrey, as the result of an accidental cross.
Further Reading....
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DeciduousShrubs and perennials
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Full sunIn colder climates grow against warm wall.
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Prune back hard in spring.
Pests & DiseasesCapsid bugs
Place of originHimalayas, eastern Asia.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Scented PlantsScented flowersScented foliage
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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
Buy Varieties of CARYOPTERIS
CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Heavenly Blue'
Blue beard, Blue spiraea
deepest blue
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Kew Blue'
Blue beard, Blue spiraea
strong blue
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Stephi'
Blue beard, Blue spiraea
compact habit and fragrant lilac-pink flowers from midsummer to early autumn
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Worcester Gold'
Blue beard, Blue spiraea
golden foliage and bright blue flowers
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
CARYOPTERIS divaricata 'Blue Butterflies'
Blue beard, Blue spiraea
vigorous new variety with large blue flowers
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
CARYOPTERIS incana 'Sunshine Blue'
Blue beard, Blue spiraea
bright yellow leaves giving good colour all summer. Dark blue flowers
Gift-wrapping available
MULTIBUY
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
