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Great plant have had it over 3 years , cut it back in late winter and it starts to get yellow or green leaves it in spring grows back to a medium size Bush with purple blue buds on it in Early summer to Fall So awesome,love it , . Zone 8 Southern Oregon Thanks Judy
Sunshine Blue® Bluebeard Caryopteris incana
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This variety is no longer available from Proven Winners®. Alternatives include: Sunshine Blue® II.
Amethyst blue flowers in late summer and fall contrast with the bright yellow foliage. Season long color. Attracts butterflies. Deer resistant. Drought tolerant once established.
Fragrant FoliageDrought TolerantAttracts:ButterfliesResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:ShrubShrub Type:DeciduousHeight Category:TallGarden Height:30 - 36 InchesSpacing:30 - 42 InchesSpread:30 - 36 InchesFlower Colors:BlueFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Shade:Blue-PurpleFoliage Colors:YellowFoliage Shade:YellowHabit:MoundedContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBlooms On:New WoodBloom Time:Late SummerBloom Time:Early FallBloom Time:Mid FallBloom Time:Late FallHardiness Zones:5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:AverageNeeds Good DrainageUses:LandscapeUses Notes:Excellent for mixed borders or perennial gardens. Adds a splash of bright color to any garden.
Maintenance Notes:Prefers well-drained, loose soil. Does not like to be over-saturated. Prune in spring down to where new growth is sprouting. In Northern regions' this plant will die back to the ground though the roots are hardy. In the South, cut back if needed. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.
If you like bright, bold color, this is the plant for you! Bright yellow foliage contrasts with the rich amethyst blue flowers for an outstanding late summer display.
Sunshine Blue® Caryopteris incana 'Jason' USPPAF, Can 2,316 -
27 Reviews
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Judy Gannon, Oregon, United States, 3 years ago
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very difficult in clay soil. find a high spot for better drainage. extraordinary color combination of chartreuse foliage & cornflower blue flowers! self-seeds a bit, but never invasive. HATES wet feet. Bees go bonkers for blooms. Flowers when others are winding down.
lacewing, Indiana, United States, 10 years ago -
LOVE this shrub - flowy form if unpruned, golden chartreuse leaves, blue flower spires in early fall, no extra irrigation given... it is a winner in my book!
Anni J, Idaho, United States, 11 years ago -
Russell Studebaker, Oklahoma, United States, 12 years ago
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Outstanding all round performance from spring through fall.Great as a specimen and in landscape groups.
albert smith, British Columbia, Canada, 12 years ago -
Beautiful!
Marilyn B. Grua, Kentucky, United States, 12 years ago -
Russell Studebaker, New Hampshire, United States, 12 years ago
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This wonderful shrub is in full bloom in September in western NY. It has bloomed in a partial sunny location and the honey bees love it -- a beautiful blue!
CB, New York, United States, 12 years ago -
did not know tha ti would take the spot light from my other plants.
vanessa prince, South Carolina, United States, 12 years ago -
Bought 5 plants at a local nursery. It was in the fall, they looked terrible. I planted them hoping they would survive. To much of a suprise they are growing like mad....beautiful!!!!!!!!
Sherri Nall, Indiana, United States, 12 years ago
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