Plumbago auriculata 'Dark Blue'
Cape leadwort / (syn. Plumbago capensis)
Cape leadwort, an evergreen shrub capable of reaching heights of 4m or more with support, showcases slender, scandent stems bearing oblong to spoon-shaped leaves, measuring 4-7cm (2-3in) in length, and featuring a matte green hue occasionally tinged with a blue-grey tone. An award-winning plant, Plumbago auriculata 'Dark Blue' also produces trusses of delicate, blue flowers measuring 1.5cm (1in) across from June to November, elegantly complementing its leaves.
How to care for Plumbago auriculata Dark Blue:
During the growing season water well and apply a balanced fertiliser each month. To train against a wall choose three of four of the strongest stems as the main framework of the plant and regularly tie in the growing stems to horizontal wires or trellis. This is a frost-tender shrub so will require winter protection either in a greenhouse or conservatory.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
4m
Eventual spread:
1.5m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness:
Frost tender
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Humans/Pets: Skin irritant
1 litre pot
£14.99
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