Caryopteris incana Sunshine Blue
A compact deciduous shrub to around 80cm high, with a bushy habit and aromatic, coarsely toothed, bright yellow-green leaves. Fluffy clusters of fragrant, deep blue flowers with prominent stamens are produced in late summer and early autumn
0.5-1 metres
0.5-1 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
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Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny sheltered spot; ideal against a sunny wall. Some drought tolerance once established. Will not tolerate wet, poorly drained soil
Propagate by softwood cuttings from spring to mid-summer, semi-ripe cuttings from mid- to late summer or hardwood cuttings from late autumn to mid-winter. As this plant is protected by Plant Breeders' Rights, any propagation should be for personal rather than commercial use
Flowers on new growth so can be cut back hard in spring, see pruning group 6
May be susceptible to capsid bug
May be susceptible to honey fungus