Bowood Farms
4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

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Caryopteris clandonensis 'Longwood Blue'

Caryopteris clandonensis (Blue Mist Shrub)

Blue Mist Shrub

Sky-blue flowers. Very silvery-green foliage.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
This plant thrives with neglect. Can tolerate very poor soil in full sun. Great in a perennial border or for foliage effect.

Interesting Information
Cut back in late winter to promote vigorous shoot extensions. This plant was selected at Longwood Gardens, PA. A Missouri Botanical Garden Plant of Merit 2002.


Plant Type
Perennial

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Bloom Color
Light Blue

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Foliage Color
Matte Silver


Height
2-3 Feet


Spread
2-3 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone
6-9


Patented
No

Catmint

Nepeta racemosa

(Catmint 'Blue Wonder')

Yarrow

Achillea millefolium

(Yarrow 'Red Velvet')

Solidago sphacelata

(Goldenrod 'Golden Fleece')

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Color
Blue
Landscape Interest
Butterfly
Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Medium
Season of Interest (Flowering)
August
September
Attributes
Fragrance
Cut Flower
Plant Recognition
Plants of Merit