Hardy Plumbago (Ceratostigma)
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
SKU: HC015671
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Overview
• Ceratostigma plumbaginoides (Hardy Plumbago) boasts a profuse display of beautiful true blue blooms followed by striking burgundy foliage in fall
• An outstanding groundcover, C. plumbaginoides tolerates foot traffic, and performs equally well in full sun or dry shade. Plant under shrubs and trees where grass is sparse
• Easy to grow and adaptable, this long-lived perennial thrives in a wide range of soil types (including clay). It is low-maintenance, drought tolerant, and virtually pest free
• Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit recipient
key features
Botanical Name
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
Advantages
Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Groundcover, Easy To Grow, Long Bloom Time, Naturalizes, Mass Plantings, Container Planting, Erosion Control
Growing Zones
Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade, Full Shade
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Water Tolerance
Low-Water
Mature Height
6-8" tall
Mature Spread
18" wide
Bloom Time
Early to mid fall
SKU
HC016109
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