Cape Leadwort. An evergreen shrub, grown as a climber with pretty sky-blue flowers. Max Height 3m to 6m. Max Spread 1m to 3m. Flowers June to November. Full sun. Not hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Plumbago auriculata
An evergreen shrub, grown as a climber with pretty sky-blue flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Plumbago |
|---|---|
| Species | auriculata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cape Leadwort |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m, 6m |
| Family | Plumbaginaceae |
| Spread | 1m, 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, November |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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