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Ceratostigma sp., Blue Leadwood, Dwarf Plumbago, Leadwort. Ceratostigma willmottianum
Ceratostigma willmottianum

Ceratostigma sp.

Blue Leadwood, Dwarf Plumbago, Leadwort
Family: Plumbaginaceae
Origin: China
Groundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Herbaceous semi-evergreen perennial. Dwarf Plumbago has a beautiful bronze-red fall color, which contrasts beautifully with the sky blue flowers. It makes a good ground cover in rocky areas in full sun.





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