Ceratostigma sp. (Blue Leadwood)

Ceratostigma sp. (Blue Leadwood) with vivid blue flowers, close up of delicate petals on branches.
Ceratostigma sp. (Blue Leadwood) with intense blue flowers clustered atop thin hairy stems among green foliage.

Botanical name: Ceratostigma sp.

Common names: Blue Leadwood, Dwarf Plumbago, Leadwort

Family: Plumbaginaceae

Origin: China

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

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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