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Sunshine Blue® Bluebeard Caryopteris incana

Exposure
  • Sun
Flower Season
  • Spring
  • Summer
Mature Size
3' 3' 91cm 91cm
Height: 2'6" - 3'
Spread: 2'6" - 3'
Height: 76cm - 91cm
Spread: 76cm - 91cm
  • 30 - 36 Inches
    30 - 42 Inches
    30 - 36 Inches
    76cm - 91cm
    76cm - 1.1m
    76cm - 91cm

    Features

    This variety is no longer available from Proven Winners®. Alternatives include: Sunshine Blue® II.

    Amethyst blue flowers in late summer and fall contrast with the bright yellow foliage. Season long color. Attracts butterflies. Deer resistant. Drought tolerant once established.

    Fragrant Foliage
    Drought Tolerant
    Attracts: 
    Butterflies
    Resists: 
    Deer

    Characteristics

    Plant Type: 
    Shrub
    Shrub Type: 
    Deciduous
    Height Category: 
    Tall
    Garden Height: 
    30 - 36 Inches 76cm - 91cm
    Spacing: 
    30 - 42 Inches 76cm - 1.1m
    Spread: 
    30 - 36 Inches 76cm - 91cm
    Flower Colors: 
    Blue
    Flower Colors: 
    Purple
    Flower Shade: 
    Blue-Purple
    Foliage Colors: 
    Yellow
    Foliage Shade: 
    Yellow
    Habit: 
    Mounded
    Container Role: 
    Thriller

    Plant Needs

    Light Requirement: 
    Sun

    The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).

    Maintenance Category: 
    Easy
    Blooms On: 
    New Wood
    Bloom Time: 
    Late Summer
    Bloom Time: 
    Early Fall
    Bloom Time: 
    Mid Fall
    Bloom Time: 
    Late Fall
    Hardiness Zones: 
    5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b
    Water Category: 
    Average
    Needs Good Drainage
    Uses: 
    Landscape
    Uses Notes: 

    Excellent for mixed borders or perennial gardens. Adds a splash of bright color to any garden.

    Maintenance Notes: 

    Prefers well-drained, loose soil. Does not like to be over-saturated. Prune in spring down to where new growth is sprouting. In Northern regions' this plant will die back to the ground though the roots are hardy. In the South, cut back if needed. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

    If you like bright, bold color, this is the plant for you! Bright yellow foliage contrasts with the rich amethyst blue flowers for an outstanding late summer display.

    Sunshine Blue® Caryopteris incana 'Jason' USPPAF, Can 2,316
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