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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Ceratostigma willmottianum
Chinese plumbago
Flower Color
Description
A small deciduous shrub with lanceolate leaves to 5cm in length, turning red in autumn. Flowers 2.5cm in width, rich blue, in dense terminal clusters
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
1.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H6
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 1-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenPatio and container plantsMediterranean climate plantsLow MaintenanceBanks and slopesCut flowersFlower borders and beds