Bluebeard 'First Choice', Caryopteris x 'First Choice', First Choice Bluebeard, First Choice Blue Mist Spiraea
Blooming earlier than other earlier bluebeards, award-winner Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘First Choice’ is a compact deciduous shrub of tight habit with deep blue flowers in late summer through early fall. Opening from deep indigo-blue buds, they are attractive to butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects. They contrast nicely with the gray-green foliage of ovate, coarsely toothed, aromatic leaves, which remain fresh-looking all summer long. Valued for its late season blossoms when few other shrubs are in bloom, this easy care shrub is a superb addition to any sunny garden. Perfect for small gardens or containers. Heat tolerant.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Caryopteris |
| Common names | Bluebird, Blue Beard |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late), Fall |
| Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 30" - 36" (80cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard |
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Caryopteris |
| Common names | Bluebird, Blue Beard |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late), Fall |
| Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 30" - 36" (80cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden, Mediterranean Garden, Coastal Garden, City and Courtyard |
How many Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘First Choice’ (Bluebeard) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘First Choice’ (Bluebeard) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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