Caryopteris cland. 'Worcester Gold' - 15-20 CM C2

Description
The Blue spiraea 'Worchester Gold' (Caryopteris clandonensis) is an upright small shrub that produces blue flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from July to August. The Blue spiraea 'Worchester Gold' also has matt, lanceolate, golden-yellow leaves. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and grows to a width of approx. 80 cm.

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

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Blue spiraea 'Worchester Gold' are golden yellow, lanceolate, matt, opposite. They are about 5 - 8 cm in size.

Frost hardiness
The Blue spiraea 'Worchester Gold' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Blue spiraea 'Worchester Gold' is an upright growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 60 - 80 cm and is approx. 60 - 80 cm wide. It usually grows 30 - 40 cm per year.

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 blue flowers appear from July to August. They are pleasantly scented.

Use
Rock garden, bee pasture, scented garden

Shoots
The shoots of Caryopteris clandonensis 'Worchester Gold' are tomentose.

Root
Few branches.