Ceratostigma plumbaginoides

Dwarf Plumbago

Intensely blue, phlox-shaped flowers bloom from mid-summer to late fall, followed by colorful fall foliage. Use in borders, or in sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. For a similar plant, see Plumbago. Start by cuttings or division.

This 1-foot-tall green ground cover turns bronze-red in fall. Prune hard in winter to encourage compact spring growth. Will not tolerate shade.

Attributes - Ceratostigma plumbaginoides

Plant Type: Ground Cover

Bloom Season: Mid Summer through Late Fall

Flower Color: Blue

Foliage: Deciduous

Height: 6 in. to 1 ft.

Width: 1 ft. 6 in.

Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun

Climate: Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Notes: Long Blooming, Showy Flowers.

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