Chinese plumbago
Chinese plumbago
Ceratostigma griffithii
Variation
Shipping within 4-10 working days
- Blue-violet flowers in late summer.
- Compact, easy-care perennial.
- Autumn foliage color.
- Winter-hardy and long-lasting.
- Attracts bees and butterflies.
Ceratostigma griffithii delights with intense gentian-blue flowers that bloom from late summer well into autumn. Its display becomes even more spectacular as the foliage simultaneously turns brilliant shades of red and bronze. This easy-care perennial prefers sunny positions and well-drained soil, providing striking colour contrasts in the garden right until the end of the growing season.
Care/Water
Ceratostigma griffithii requires regular watering during the growing season. The soil should be lightly moist but well-drained. Water adequately during warm summer months to ensure healthy growth.
Maintenance
Regularly remove faded flowers and damaged shoots. Lightly cut back in spring to encourage fresh growth. This keeps the plant compact and vigorous.
Location
Prefers sunny to partially shaded locations. Ideal for beds, borders, and natural gardens. Well-drained soil supports strong root development.
Tip
A layer of mulch protects the roots and retains moisture. The plant attracts many pollinators and is very hardy.
Ceratostigma griffithii is a decorative ornamental plant with intense blue foliage, enhancing beds, borders, and group plantings. It provides striking contrasts and structure.
The plant thrives in sunny locations.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 3 a 5 |
| Max height full grown | 50 cm |
| Plant family name | Ceratostigma |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Soil cover, Late summer bloomer, Full sun, Border plant., Autumn coloring |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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