Caryopteris cland. 'Stephi' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Bluebeard 'Stephi' (Caryopteris clandonensis) is a bushy, compact small shrub that produces light pink-coloured flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from August to October. The Bluebeard 'Stephi' also has matt, lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, nutrient-rich, sandy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 50 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers

leaves
The winter-green leaves of the Bluebeard 'Stephi' are dark green, lanceolate, matt, opposite. They are about 5 - 8 cm tall.

Frost hardiness
The Bluebeard 'Stephi' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bluebeard 'Stephi' is a bushy and compact small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 50 - 80 cm and grows to a width of approx. 30 - 50 cm.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut back boldly in spring so that the plant grows compactly.

Flower
The light pink flowers appear from August to October. They are pleasantly scented.

Use
Rock garden, bee pasture, scented garden

Shoots
The shoots of Caryopteris clandonensis 'Stephi' are tomentose.

Root
Few branches.