Minibleu caryopteris
Caryopteris clandonensis 'Minibleu'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 to 2.5 feet tall2 to 2.5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Dark blue
Notes
'Minibleu' caryopteris (Caryopteris clandonensis 'Minibleu') is a shrub for borders, mass plantings, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It bears dark blue flowers from mid to late summer into early autumn. This compact shrub reaches 24 to 30 inches tall and wide, and it is drought tolerant.
Pairs well with Feather reed grass, Avens, and Gladiolus.