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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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