Caryopteris Sunshine Blue #3
Caryopteris Sunshine Blue #3
Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard
Rich amethyst blue flowers in late summer
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The leaves emerge bright sunny yellow and hold the color well into the summer. The foliage and flowers both have a fragrance. Attractive to bees & butterflies. Will die to the ground each winter, then regrow. Drought tolerant once established.
Botanical Name- Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Sunshine Blue'
Pronunciation- kar-ee-OP-ter-iss klan-don-EN-sis
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Requires a well-drained, compost enriched soil
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- Blue
Bloom Time- Late summer - early fall
Companion Plants- Smoke Signal Little Bluestem – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Bees (mason, leafcutter), butterflies, hummingbirds
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C9
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in early spring to promote new growth; water moderately and fertilize lightly.
Trimming Instructions- Cut back hard in early spring to promote compact growth and flowering.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay may cause leggy growth and reduced bloom.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Aphids, powdery mildew
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