Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Plumbaginaceae

Genus:

Ceratostigma

Species:

Ceratostigma plumbaginoides

USDA Symbol:

CEPL2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

blue

Ground Cover:

Yes

Reported Fauna Sightings

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fall Color:

red, bronze

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, rocky or sandy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky slopes and hillsides

Propagation & Germination