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Bluebehard Heavenly Blue
Caryopteris Clandonensis Heavenly Blue
A small, deciduous shrub that produces abundant flowers, Caryopteris 'Heavenly Blue' brightens summer and autumn with its intense blue, fragrant, and nectar-rich clusters of flowers.
Description
Height at maturity
0,80 m
Wingspan at maturity
0,80 m
Exposure
sun
Flowering
August to October
Hardiness
-24°C
Origin
China - Mongolia
Bluebeard 'Heavenly Blue' – Caryopteris × clandonensis 'Heavenly Blue'
Origins and characteristics
Native to China and Mongolia, Caryopteris × clandonensis is a horticultural hybrid belonging to the Verbenaceae family.
The 'Heavenly Blue' variety is prized for its compact habit, long flowering period lasting until October, and its decorative foliage with silvery undersides.
Description and particularities
- Adult height : 0.75 to 1.20 metres
- Adult spread : 0.80 to 1 metre
- Habit : Rounded, compact, upright stems
- Foliage : Deciduous; lanceolate leaves, blue‑green above, silver‑grey beneath, slightly toothed
- Flowering period : August to October
- Flowers : Clusters of intense blue, lavender‑scented, highly nectar‑rich flowers
- Fruits : No notable ornamental interest
- Hardiness : Down to –24 °C
Exposure and soil
- Preferred exposure : Full sun essential
- Soil type : Light, dry to fresh, very well‑drained soil
- Tolerance : Excellent drought resistance and suitable for poor soils
Planting
- Best planting time : Autumn or spring
- Soil preparation : Lightly amend with compost if necessary, especially in very poor soil
- Spacing : 60 to 80 cm
Watering
- Water needs at planting : Regular watering for root establishment
- At maturity : Very low; water only during prolonged drought
Pruning
- Pruning time : Early spring (March)
- Pruning advice : Cut stems back hard to 30–40 cm above ground to stimulate abundant flowering on new shoots
Propagation
- Possible methods : Semi‑ripe cuttings in summer
Garden uses
- Ideal locations : Rock gardens, sunny borders, edges, container growing
- Recommended plant associations :
- With drought‑tolerant perennials for airy contrast
- With silver‑foliage shrubs for harmonious tones
- With autumn‑flowering trees or shrubs for extended seasonal interest
Disease protection
- Possible sensitivities : Generally healthy; occasional aphids under water stress
- Natural prevention : Ensure well‑drained soil and avoid excess watering
Growing tips
- Plant in full sun in very well‑drained soil
- Prune hard each spring to encourage flowering
- Water moderately in summer, only if needed
- Apply a light mineral mulch to maintain soil freshness
- Avoid excessive nitrogen fertiliser which promotes foliage over flowers
Features
- Common name : Bluebehard Heavenly Blue
- Family : Verbenaceae
- Category : shrub
- Spread : 0,80 m
- Foliage : deciduous
- Color of flowers : lavender blue
- Use : isolated - shrubbery - hedge
- Soil : dry 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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