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Ceratostigma willmottianum


Ceratostigma willmottianum

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Low growing bushy shrub with rigid twiggy branches and mid-green leaves with a twist. Leaves are strongly tinted red in autumn. Terminal heads of gentian blue flowers cover bush throughout summer. Very hardy, best in semi-shade, will tolerate dry conditions. Best to trim well in the winter to maintain its shape.

 
Genus
Ceratostigma
Species   willmottianum
Cultivar  

Common name
Chinese Plumbago

Family name
Plumbaginaceae
Place of origin
West China


DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Deciduous

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil

Moisture
Tolerates dry soils

Exposure
Frost hardy / Grows in sun or semi-shade

Sanctuary / Whimsical

Shrubs

Category
Small, height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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