Ceratostigma Plumbaginoides

Plumbago, Leadwort

$13.95 ea. (3+ discount) $13.50 ea.

In stock for Spring 2021

Plant Code: CEPL

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Low mound of foliage is a nice cover especially over bulbs as it awakens very late in spring. Deep green foliage turns to red hues in fall. Brilliant blue, starry flowers of Plumbago in the late summer are captivating.

Details

Type:	Perennials, Groundcovers
Height:	Short 10"
Spacing:	Plant 12" apart
Bloom Time:	Mid-Summer to Mid-Fall
Sun-Shade:	Mostly Sunny to Mostly Shady
Zones:	5-9 Find Your Zone
Soil Condition:	Normal, Sandy, Clay
Flower:	Blue
Accent:	Blue
Pot Size:	3.5" square x 4" deep

Features to Note

Attracts Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Groundcovers
Long-Blooming

Ceratostigma General Information

Ceratostigma make a good tight groundcover - true blue flowers. Long blooming. Leaving old foliage uncut until spring helps the plant to winter over better. Will need protection in northern sites. Best in morning sun and afternoon shade. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Ceratostigma Plant Care

Follow a regular watering schedule to establish a deep, extensive root system in the first year. Plants are late to emerge in the spring so wait until leaves form to clean up dead stems. Can be divided in spring as needed to maintain boundaries. Weed control is important until plants are established.