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    Caryopteris incana

    Also Known As

    • Bluebeard

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 3'-5'
    • W: 3'-5'

    planting zones

    • 6a-10b

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    Caryopteris incana plant details

    Caryopteris incana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Caryopteris incana

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous blue
    Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Caryopteris incana

    USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This shrubby perennial is valued for its ability to handle a dry site, but definitely proves itself indispensable when masses of its deep blue-violet flowers put on a spectacular show. Enveloping stiff upright stems, the richly colored blooms are long lasting in the garden and in arrangements as well. Handsome, grayish green felted leaves emit a pleasing medicinal scent as they cloak Common Bluebeard's looser, more open profile.

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    Looking for a late blooming shrub? Caryopteris incana is an excellent choice! Flowering late Summer into Winter, it doesn’t even mind poorish soil or dry conditions. Growing to 3’-5’ tall & wide, it bears showy clusters of intense dark purple flowers which completely encircle the stem. In flower, the whole bush is a display of bright purple, almost like a Ceanothus. Greyish, downy, aromatic foliage, too! Native to China & Japan.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Caryopteris incana plant

    How to Grow Caryopteris incana

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Caryopteris divaricata 'Snow Fairy'

    aka Bluebeard, Snow Fairy Bluebeard

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Caryopteris divaricata 'Snow Fairy' by Karl Gercens III
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    Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Summer Sorbet' PP15935

    aka Caryopteris clandonensis Summer Sorbet®, Caryopteris incana 'Summer Sorbet', Summer Sorbet Blue Mist Spirea

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Summer Sorbet' PP15935 foliage by Avant Gardens
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    Caryopteris x clandonensis Hint of Gold PP20608

    Scientific Name: Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Lisaura'

    aka Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Hint of Gold', Hint of Gold Blue Mist Shrub, Hint of Gold Bluebeard, Hint of Gold False Blue Spirea

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Caryopteris x clandonensis Hint of Gold PP20608 foliage by Secret Garden Growers
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    Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Worcester Gold'

    aka Worchester Gold Golden Blue Beard

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 2'-4'

    • sun - bright shade
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Worcester Gold' form by Karl Gercens III
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    Caryopteris x clandonensis Sterling Silver

    Scientific Name: Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Lissilv'

    aka Caryopteris clandonensis Sterling Silver®, Caryopteris x clanodensis 'Sterling Silver', Sterling Silver Blue Mist Shrub, Sterling Silver Blue Spiraea

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    5b-10b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Caryopteris x clandonensis Sterling Silver flower by Native Sons
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