Commelina coelestis

Also Known As

Blue Spiderwort

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Commelina coelestis plant details

Commelina coelestis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and high - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Commelina coelestis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: commelinaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Commelina coelestis

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: high - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I discovered this stunning plant blooming at Western Hills Nursery in 1992. Brilliant dark TURQUOISE BLUE flowers, each 1" across, are borne fairly profusely Summer thru Fall. Happy anywhere, sun or shade (mine is in part shade). Dry or wet soil. Spreading from tubers, it grows 1.5' to 2' tall and is deciduous in Winter. Very EASY to grow.