Water
Water new plants regularly until established. Mature plants are drought-tolerant but benefit from occasional watering during dry spells.
Bluebeard (Caryopteris × clandonensis) is a deciduous shrub known for its late summer blue flowers and attractive foliage, providing a vibrant display when many other plants have finished blooming.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or loamy soils and tolerates alkaline conditions.
50% intensity
Moderate
60% intensity
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light
30% intensity
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water new plants regularly until established. Mature plants are drought-tolerant but benefit from occasional watering during dry spells.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Cut back flowering stems from the previous year to encourage vigorous new growth and abundant blooms.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in mid-summer. Root cuttings in a well-drained medium in a propagator or protected environment.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bluebeard (Caryopteris × clandonensis)
Where Bluebeard (Caryopteris × clandonensis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Species | Caryopteris × clandonensis |
Similar in genus Caryopteris
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
