Leadwort
Leadwort
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
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- Summer and autumn flowering for long-lasting color in the garden.
- Ground cover that quickly forms dense growth.
- Perfect for rock gardens and wall gardens thanks to its compact growth habit.
- Drought-tolerant and low maintenance.
- Beautiful autumn color with striking red-orange leaves.
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides Hardy Plumbago (Leadwort) brings year‑round charm with vibrant blue flowers and a compact, spreading habit.
Preferring sun and well‑drained soil, this hardy groundcover grows in low mats and naturalizes softly.
From late summer to autumn the blooms glow, delivering season-long color and a carefree, inviting look.
Care & Watering
Keep Ceratostigma plumbaginoides evenly moist in spring and summer, watering at the base and letting the soil dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Location & Light
Plant in full sun for best flowering; tolerates light shade. Well-drained soil and a sheltered spot protect from harsh winds.
Maintenance & Tips
Cut back after flowering to promote compact growth; mulch to retain moisture; deadhead faded blooms for a longer display; propagate by division in spring.
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides (blue leadwort) delivers a spectacular color accent: blue flowers in summer and a fiery autumn color that brightens borders and arrangements.
The compact, ground-covering habit provides lively contrasts with other perennials, adds texture, and ensures a long-lasting seasonal display.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 6 a 9 |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Autumn coloration., Ground cover., Deciduous. |
| 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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