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RedCrocus Longwood Blue Blue Mist Spirea Caryopteris x clandonensis, Bluebeard, Pollinator Attracting, Garden Border, Container Friendly, Garden Accent 7 Gallon
RedCrocus Longwood Blue Blue Mist Spirea Caryopteris x clandonensis, Bluebeard, Pollinator Attracting, Garden Border, Container Friendly, Garden Accent 7 Gallon
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Longwood Blue' Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Longwood Blue'
Description
This compact deciduous shrub features aromatic gray-green foliage and produces clusters of vibrant blue flowers in late summer to fall, attracting pollinators and adding color to borders and beds.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for garden borders, shrub beds, mixed plantings, and container gardens. Perfect for adding late-season color and attracting bees and butterflies.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Longwood Blue' -
Common Name: Longwood Blue Blue Mist Spirea, Bluebeard -
Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 feet tall and wide with a bushy habit -
Hardiness Zones: 4-9 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous, aromatic gray-green leaves -
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies -
Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor cultivation -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper care -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: No known toxicity -
Fragrant: Yes, aromatic foliage -
Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements -
Grows Well With: Perennials like Black-eyed Susan, Echinacea, and ornamental grasses
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil, spacing 3-4 feet apart -
Soil Moisture: Moderate, ensure consistent watering during dry periods -
Soil Type: Well-draining loamy soil -
Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to shape and promote healthy growth -
Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones; hardy in zones 4-9 -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery or pot -
Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring -
Special Care: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms
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