Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in autumn and winter.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
Also known as Chinese Plumbago
Chinese Plumbago (Ceratostigma willmottianum) is a deciduous shrub prized for its vibrant blue flowers and attractive foliage. It offers reliable late-season color and a
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates light shade.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, fertile loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize in spring and mid-summer with balanced liquid 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 regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in autumn and winter.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Cut back stems by about one-third to one-half to encourage bushier growth and abundant flowering.
Deadhead spent flowers to promote further blooms and maintain a tidy appearance throughout the season.
Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings taken in mid-summer or from seed sown in autumn or spring. Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and placed in a well-draining compost, kept moist and warm in a propagator or plastic bag.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when they become root-bound. Use a good quality, well-draining potting compost. Increase pot size gradually.
Ensure good drainage holes in the pot to prevent waterlogging.
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Where Chinese-Plumbago (Ceratostigma willmottianum) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Plumbaginaceae |
| Genus | Ceratostigma |
| Species | Ceratostigma willmottianum |
Similar in genus Ceratostigma
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