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Caryopteris Longwood Blue

Common Name: Longwood Blue Caryopteris

A classic, dependable late-season flowering shrub producing abundant clusters of deep true-blue flowers from late summer into early fall. Aromatic gray-green foliage provides a soft contrast to the intense bloom color. ‘Longwood Blue’ has a fuller, more upright habit than many older cultivars and is prized for reliable performance and strong garden presence. Plant Characteristics Type: Deciduous shrub Form: Upright to rounded Mature Width: 3–4 ft Mature Height: 3–4 ft Flower Color: Deep blue Foliage Color: Gray-green, aromatic Growing Conditions USDA Hardiness Zones: 5a–9b Light: Full sun (best flowering and compact habit) Soil: Average to dry, well-drained soils Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established Maintenance: Low; cut back hard in early spring (blooms on new wood) Landscape Uses Shrub borders, pollinator gardens, perennial-style plantings, mass plantings, and foundation beds. Excellent for providing late-season blue color when few shrubs are in bloom. Care Tips Prune to 6–12 in in early spring to promote vigorous flowering Avoid wet winter soils Performs best in hot, sunny locations

Plant Type:	Perennial, Flowering Shrub
Width:	2'
Height:	2'
Fragrant:	Yes
Fruit	Yes
Growth Rate	Fast
Zone:	5 - 9
Deer Resistant:	Yes
Salt Tolerant:	No
Drought Tolerant:	No
Attract:	Butterflies
Exposure:	Full Sun
Bloom Time:	Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall
Bark Type:	Smooth
Shape:	Rounded, Upright
Soil Type	Moist well-drained
Flower Color:	Blue
Leaf Color:	Asparagus