CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Heavenly Blue'

Commonly known as Blue beard, Blue spiraea

Deepest blue

CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Heavenly Blue'

Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only

individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall

Ready in 3 - 5 days

Normally 3 - 5 days

1.5 to 2 Litre

Details
Mature Size
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Deciduous
slightly-toothed, grey-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
Blue
Intense dark blue
Height
1m (39in)
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
Medium shrub Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
Erect habit. Produces axillary or terminal cymes of flowers to 1cm (½in) across in late summer, early autumn
Hardy - average winter Hardy 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 sun
In colder climates grow against warm wall.
Additional Features
Good to know - wildlife plant - insects, butterflies. Interestingly, many plants sold in the UK under this name may not be identical to the USA original.
Pests & Diseases
capsid bugs.
Place of origin
garden origin. USA. 1955. Wayside Gardens, Ohio.
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windswept
Hardiness
Frost hardy (down to -5)
Leaf margin
Serrulate see photos above
Leaf shape
Lanceolate see photos above
Pruning group
Pruning group 4
Suitable 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 Plants
Scented foliage
Seasonal Interest
Autumn
Summer
Soil Conditions
Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil
Wildlife
Bee friendly
Butterfly friendly