Ceratostigma plumbaginoides Plumbago for sale

Common Name: Plumbago, Leadwort

Ceratostigma plumbaginoides, or Plumbago, has clusters of bright, true blue flowers from summer through fall. Also called Leadwort, Ceratostigma plumbaginoides makes a great ground cover that spreads via rhizomes. The foliage of Ceratostigma plumbaginoides takes on a beautiful burgundy fall color. A deciduous perennial, it is good for over-planting spring bulbs since it is late to break dormancy in the spring.

Plumbago prefers sun to light shade and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of coastal conditions.

Characteristics

Height in Inches at Maturity: 8-12
Width in Inches at Maturity: 18-24
Bloom Color: Blue
Bloom Time: Late summer to midfall
Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to light shade
Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained soil
Zones: 5-9

This perennial is a member of the following collections:

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