CARYOPTERIS x clandonensis 'Worcester Gold'

Deciduous - ovate-lance-shaped, slightly toothed leaves to 5cm (2in) long.

Blue - lavender-blue.

Height - 1m (3ft)

Spread - 1.5m (5ft)

Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - mound-forming. Produces flowers in axillary or terminal cymes 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. Needs full sun for best leaf colour.

Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - insects, butterflies.

Pests & Diseases - capsid bugs.

Place of origin - garden origin. UK. late 1970s. St John's Nurseries, Worcester.

Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Scented Plants - Scented foliage

Seasonal Interest - Autumn

Summer

Soil Conditions - Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Butterfly friendly