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Gold Giant Caryopteris Plant

16.99
Your price: $11.89
  • - Bluebeard, Blue Spirea, Blue Mist Shrub
  • - Height: 3-4 feet
  • - Hardiness Zone: 5-9
  • - Exposure: Part Sun-Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: August-October
  • - Each Quart contains 1 Gold Giant Caryopteris Plant
Plant Features

Gold Giant Caryopteris is a dramatic flowering shrub that produces bright, baby-blue, diminutive flower spikes sprinkled above the most amazing golden-green foliage. To make it even more dramatic, the stems that bear these gorgeous leaves are dark, almost black. Known to attract butterflies, its serrated leaves catch the sun's light to create a brilliant display that lasts all season; the color stays true and doesn't fade. Commonly called: Blue Mist, Bluebeard.

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant when soil temps are above 45°F—this sun-loving shrub is ready to add deep blue beauty to your garden!

Soil Preparation:

  • - Prefers well-drained, even dry soil. It's adaptable to a variety of soils, but make sure it doesn't stay waterlogged.

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots. After that, it’s drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.

Fertilizer Type:

  • - A balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring will keep the plant healthy and encourage abundant blooms.

Pruning and Training:

  • - Prune back hard in early spring to maintain its neat, compact habit and encourage strong blooming.

Additional Pest Management:

  • - This plant is generally pest-free, but regular checks for garden pests can help keep it thriving.

Light Requirements:

  • - Thrives in full sun with 6+ hours of direct sunlight for the best flower production and healthy growth.

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Tolerates temperatures as low as -20°F and up to 100°F.
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 4-6+ hours with some afternoon sun
Soil Moisture Moist to Dry
Soil Properties Well-drained
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Mature Spread 3-4 feet
Habit Mounded
Flower Color Blue
Foliage Color Variegated
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Features Drought tolerant, Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Butterfly Garden, Cottage Garden, Fall Garden, Pollinator Garden, Xeriscape Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Focal Point
Tolerates Clay soil, Sandy soil
Critter Resistance Deer Resistance: High
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