An abundance of fragrant, soft violet-blue blossoms radiate from the silvery-green, spicy-scented foliage of this variety from late summer into fall. This late bloomer is especially valuable because it looks its best when many other perennials are done for the season. The beautiful blossoms can also be cut for bouquets that will last a week or longer.
Forming a large, airy mass, C. 'Longwood Blue' makes an outstanding filler plant in the border. Groups planted in sunny, dry areas will catch everyone's attention, and the foliage will remain fresh-looking all summer long due to its drought tolerance. Selected at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA.
Height:
3.0-4.0 Feet
Spread:
3.0-4.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones:
6,7,8,9
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Midsummer Late Summer Early Fall
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Fragrant Flowers Fragrant Foliage Mass Planting
Origin:
Not Native to North America
Caryopteris grows best in full sun and loose, loamy, well-drained soil. It is very tolerant of heat and drought and detests wet soil. Flowers are formed on new growth, so the stems can be cut back at any time. In fact, the best time to prune caryopteris is just after the new growth starts to appear in spring. Fall pruning is not recommended.
Height:
3.0-4.0 Feet
Spread:
3.0-4.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones:
6,7,8,9
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Midsummer Late Summer Early Fall
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Patio Container Eclectic
Other Features:
Border Plant Container Cut Flower Cut Foliage Drought Tolerant Fragrant Flowers Fragrant Foliage Mass Planting
Origin:
Not Native to North America
Caryopteris grows best in full sun and loose, loamy, well-drained soil. It is very tolerant of heat and drought and detests wet soil. Flowers are formed on new growth, so the stems can be cut back at any time. In fact, the best time to prune caryopteris is just after the new growth starts to appear in spring. Fall pruning is not recommended.
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