Intense blue flowers.Glossy, dark green foliage changes to bronze red in the fall. Because it emerges late, it is a great groundcover choice for interplanting with spring bulbs. Requires well-drained soil. Best with morning sun and afternoon shade. 9-12″ Botanical Name- Ceratostigma plumbaginoides Pronunciation- sair-uh-toh-STIG-muh plum-bah-jih-NOY-deez Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Average, well -drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Gentian blue Bloom Time- Late summer – early fall Companion Plants- Red Wing Creeping Phlox – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hoverflies Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP49B Yearly Care Instructions- Prune back in spring after new growth appears; water moderately and mulch in winter. Trimming Instructions- Prune in early spring to remove dead growth and shape. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Add compost to clay soils to avoid standing water. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids
