- Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 2-3 Feet Tall
- Mature Width 2-3 Feet Wide
- Growing Zones 5-9
The Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard is a more winter hardy version! It comes with all loved features you're expecting from its gold foliage and its blue blooms. This Bluebeard attracts pollinators and is tolerant of all climates. Adding to its charm, it is drought tolerant and easy to care for.
The Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard has a gorgeous yellow-gold foliage that makes a perfect pair with its blue blooms. Bloom season begins in the late summer and last through fall. It has a spread of 24”-36” inches and a height of 24”-36” inches. This updated version can be planted and thrive in colder climates. IT does well with mass planting in landscapes. Plant as a border plant, for ground cover, or as a border plant.
Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard Care
Plant this bluebeard in full sun and ensure it receives at minimum 6 hours of sun a day. Soil should be well drained and moist. It is adaptable to other soils with different PH levels. Fertilizer should be slow release and applied in the spring. The Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard has low water needs and is drought tolerant once established. Cut back hard in spring once new growth emerges. Late season planting is not recommended.
Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard Spacing
When planting in proximity such as groundcover and mass planting, be sure to utilize proper spacing for the health of your plant. The Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard should be planted 24”-36” inches, center on center.
Interesting Fact(s) - Caryopteris is also sometimes called "blue mist spirea," even though it is not related to spirea at all.
Sunshine Blue II Bluebeard Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
Plant Type: Bush |
Light Exposure: Full Sun |
Mature Height: 2-3 Feet |
Mature Spread: 2-3 Feet |
Mature Spacing: 2-3 Feet |
Habit: Mounded |
Flower Color(s): Purple |
Flower Description: Small, fragrant flowers in clusters |
Bloom Period: Late summer to early fall |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Yellow-gold |
Foliage Description: Fine-textured, fern-like leaves |
Seasonal Interest: Late summer and fall bloom, colorful foliage |
Watering: Low |
Resists: Deer, rabbit, heat, salt, drought |
Tolerates: Pests and diseases |
Attracts: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds |
Uses: Perennial garden, border, hedge, container |
Features: Hardy, easy to care for, colorful foliage and flowers |
Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
Common Name: Sunshine Blue® II Bluebeard |
Other Name(s): Common Bluebeard; Blue Spiraea |
Scientific Name: Sunshine Blue® II Caryopteris incana 'SMNCVH' USPP 28,093 |
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