| Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Minigold' | USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Beekeeper™ Caryopteris features dainty cymes of sky blue flowers along the branches from mid to late summer. The flowers are excellent for cutting. It has attractive grayish green-variegated chartreuse foliage with hints of gold which emerges yellow in spring. The fragrant oval leaves are highly ornamental but do not develop any appreciable fall colour.
A compact, airy shrub with sky-blue flowers held over attractive, chartreuse-green leaves that become more green in summer; foliage is fragrant when crushed; a true magnet for pollinators in the garden.
Beekeeper™ Caryopteris is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- Border Edging
- General Garden Use
- Groundcover
- Naturalizing And Woodland Gardens
- Container Planting
Bloomtime: Summer
Fragrant
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, and Bee Friendly
Common Name: Bluebeard, Blue Spirea
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| More About Beekeeper™ Bluebeard |
| Height: 30-36 inches |
Spread: 30-36 inches |
Flower Colour: Blue Shades |
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Beekeeper™ Caryopteris should only be grown in full sunlight. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. To help this plant achive its best flowering performance, periodically apply a flower-boosting fertilizer from early spring through into the active growing season. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild drought. Apply fertilizer in spring. Remove spent blooms for a neat appearance. Prune back annually to promote vigorous new growth. Beekeeper™ Caryopteris makes a fine choice for the outdoor landscape, but it is also well-suited for use in outdoor pots and containers. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. It is even sizeable enough that it can be grown alone in a suitable container. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
