Blue Mist Spirea
 
 

Blue Mist Spirea - Shrub

Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Heavenly Blue'  
Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' (Caryopteris Clandonensis) has elegant blue flowers that bloom from August to October.The name of this plant comes, of course, from the innumerable flowers in the deepest darkest blue. The leaves are very aromatic and turn a fine colour in autumn. Height supplied 20-25 cm.
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Make sure the rootball of Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' is well-moistened by soaking it in a bucket of lukewarm water before planting. Prepare a suitable hole in well-drained, fertile garden soil and plant the Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' at the appropriate depth. The top of the root ball should be just slightly below ground level. Fill the hole with soil and press firmly. Water immediately after planting. The Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' grows best in an area with complete sunshine.

Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' makes an excellent combination plant

The Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' grows well in a sunny spot in relatively dry soil. In a sunny border, you can make beautiful combinations with other late summer flowers such as Asclepias Tuberosa and Dahlias. The Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' also looks gorgeous in a large flower pot or planter, for example, mixed with Jasminum Officinale.

Its flowers attract several insects. Therefore, it is essential to keep the Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' in the natural flower garden. Its inflorescence resembles the famous Spiraea.

In the spring, carefully cut all young branches of the Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue'. This plant is not tolerant of severe frost, so protect with a layer of fallen leaves or branches. Completely cut off any dead branches in spring. Wet soil is not tolerated, especially in the winter. Are you growing your Blue Mist Spirea 'Heavenly Blue' in a decorative pot or planter? Make sure that there is a good water drainage.


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Growth height: 100 cm