Bluebehard Hint of Gold
Caryopteris Clandonensis Hint of Gold
The Caryopteris Clandonensis Hint of Gold also called Bluebehard Hint of Gold is a small, luminous shrub native to China. It is prized for its aromatic golden foliage and its late-blooming, beautiful lavender-blue flowers.
Description
Height at maturity
0,80 to 1 m
Wingspan at maturity
0,60 to 1 m
Exposure
sun
Flowering
July to September
Hardiness
-18°C
Origin
China
Bluebeard 'Hint of Gold' - Caryopteris × clandonensis 'Hint of Gold'
(Small deciduous ornamental shrub with summer-autumn flowering)
Origins and characteristics
Caryopteris × clandonensis is a horticultural hybrid resulting from the crossing of two Asian species.
It belongs to the Verbenaceae family, just like verbenas and lantanas.
The 'Hint of Gold' variety stands out for its luminous golden foliage and its excellent performance in hot and dry climates.
Description and features
- Mature height: 80 cm to 1 metre
- Width: 60 cm to 1 metre
- Habit: Compact, dense, and rounded
- Foliage: Deciduous, golden in spring, turning acid yellow/lime green in summer, aromatic when crushed (notes of anise and lavender)
- Flowering: July to September
- Flowers: Clusters of small lavender-blue flowers, rich in nectar (bee-friendly), grouped in spikes on the upper part of the stems
- Fragrance: Light, mainly on the foliage
- Hardiness: Good (down to -18 °C)
Exposure and soil
- Exposure: Full sun is essential
- Soil: Light, humus-rich, dry to moderately fresh, perfectly drained
- Tolerances: Tolerates poor, stony soils and drought conditions very well
Planting
- Spacing: 50 to 70 cm depending on the desired effect
- Preparation: Incorporate a little compost when planting, but avoid heavy and waterlogged soils
Watering
- After planting: Regular watering during the first year
- Subsequently: Very low maintenance; water only during prolonged drought
Pruning
- When to prune?: Late winter or very early spring (February-March)
- How to prune?:
- Cut back stems hard to 10-15 cm from the ground to encourage new flowering shoots
- Clean up dead stems at the end of the season
Propagation
- By cuttings: Semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Garden use
Caryopteris 'Hint of Gold' is perfect for:
- Dry beds and sunny spots
- Rock gardens and banks
- Container growing on terraces and balconies
- Mixed borders to extend summer flowering.
- Protection against diseases
- Naturally resistant to diseases and pests
- Only fears heavy and poorly drained soils which can cause root rot
Tips for good development
- Must be planted in full sun for vibrant colours
- Mulch lightly to limit evaporation in summer, without covering the base
- Do not over-enrich the soil to avoid excessive foliage at the expense of flowering
Caryopteris × clandonensis 'Hint of Gold', thanks to its striking foliage, nectar-rich flowering, and compact habit, is a gem for dry gardens, rockeries, and modern terraces. Its ease of maintenance and long-lasting decorative effect make it a valuable ally for prolonging colour right up to the gates of autumn.
Features
- Common name : Bluebehard Hint of Gold
- Family : Verbenaceae
- Category : shrub
- Spread : 0,60 to 1 m
- Foliage : deciduous
- Color of flowers : lavender blue
- Use : isolated - shrubbery
- Soil : rich and well-drained
- Habit : bushy
- Earth to use : universal potting soil/garden soil/compost
- Enemies : nothing to report
- Possible diseases : resistant to diseases
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