Caryopteris clandonensis 'Longwood Blue'
Bluemist Shrub
USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9
Wonderfully aromatic and decorative silvery-green toothed foliage is ornamental before violet-blue flowers appear in late summer. Tolerates dry soils and has nice winter interest.
Height
24-36 Inches
Spread
36-48 Inches
Color
Blue/Purple
Bloom Time
July-September
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
May die back in winter. Prune back to new growth in spring.
Good Companions
Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii), Variegated Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis acutiflora), Pinks (Dianthus gratianopolitanus), Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Gray-Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Fall |
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Winter |
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
