Ceratostigma plumbaginoides, commonly known as leadwort or dwarf plumbago, is a low-growing perennial plant in the Plumbaginaceae family. Native to China, this plant has become a popular ornamental choice worldwide due to its attractive blue flowers and vibrant foliage.
Typically, the plant grows up to 30 cm tall and spreads approximately 60 cm wide. It features small, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green during the growing season, transitioning to reddish-purple in autumn. The star-shaped, bright blue flowers have five petals and add a striking visual appeal.
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides thrives in well-drained soil with full sun or partial shade exposure. Once established, it is drought-tolerant but requires regular watering during its first growing season.
Propagation can be achieved through division or stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Thanks to its low-growing nature, Ceratostigma plumbaginoides is ideal as ground cover, as edging for borders, or in rock gardens.
Overall, Ceratostigma plumbaginoides is an attractive, low-maintenance perennial that provides color and interest throughout the growing season.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Ceratostigma
- Family
- Plumbaginaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 6-9
- Mature Height
- 49 cm
- Mature Spread
- 49 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Red, Purple
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Blue
- Flower Size
- 2.03 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid summer, Late summer
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
- Native Area
- China
