Griffith's plumbago
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A semi-evergreen, woody sub-shrub with attractive, bristly foliage outlined in purple-brown, clusters of blue flowers in late summer and autumn, and good autumn colour
Scientific classification
- Species
- Griffith's plumbago (Ceratostigma griffithii)
- Genus
- Ceratostigma
- Family
- Plumbaginaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Semi evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Autumn · Spring · Summer · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Griffith's plumbago
Distribution map
Himalaya, W. China
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Griffith's plumbago
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Griffith's plumbago care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningShorten flowered shoots to about 1.5–2.5 cm from the previous year's growth. Prune from early to mid-spring.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings or layering
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny postition
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and powdery mildews
Pests
Generally pest-free
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