{"id":2093,"date":"2022-12-24T10:44:48","date_gmt":"2022-12-24T10:44:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/?p=2093"},"modified":"2023-01-14T17:52:13","modified_gmt":"2023-01-14T17:52:13","slug":"caryopteris-clandonensis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/caryopteris-clandonensis\/","title":{"rendered":"Caryopteris Clandonensis: Everything About the Caryopteris Shrub"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/caryopteris-clandonensis-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"Caryopteris clandonensis purple and blue flowers\" class=\"wp-image-2088\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/caryopteris-clandonensis-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/caryopteris-clandonensis-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/caryopteris-clandonensis-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/caryopteris-clandonensis-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/caryopteris-clandonensis.jpg 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The caryopteris is a bit of an inconspicuous plant. Nevertheless, it would be a shame to do without it in temperate climates, as blue summer flowering shrubs are few and far between. Some recent improvements give it a welcome extra liveliness.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I have gathered for you all the information about this plant, its main characteristics and what you need to know to plant and grow it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/caryopteris-clandonensis\/#Characteristics_of_the_caryopteris_clandonensis\" title=\"Characteristics of the caryopteris clandonensis\">Characteristics of the caryopteris clandonensis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/caryopteris-clandonensis\/#How_to_grow_a_caryopteris_plant\" title=\"How to grow a caryopteris plant\">How to grow a caryopteris plant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/caryopteris-clandonensis\/#How_to_grow_a_caryopteris_shrub_in_a_pot\" title=\"How to grow a caryopteris shrub in a pot\">How to grow a caryopteris shrub in a pot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/caryopteris-clandonensis\/#Where_to_plant_a_caryopteris_clandonensis\" title=\"Where to plant a caryopteris clandonensis\">Where to plant a caryopteris clandonensis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/caryopteris-clandonensis\/#Our_selection\" title=\"Our selection\">Our selection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/caryopteris-clandonensis\/#In_a_nutshell\" title=\"In a nutshell\">In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_of_the_caryopteris_clandonensis\"><\/span>Characteristics of the caryopteris clandonensis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scientific name<\/strong><\/td><td>Caryopteris x clandonensis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Family<\/strong><\/td><td>Verbenaceae<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Origin<\/strong><\/td><td>East Asia<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Foliage<\/strong><\/td><td>Deciduous<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Flowering<\/strong><\/td><td>June-September<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rusticity<\/strong><\/td><td>-8\u00b0C to -10\u00b0C (-46\u00b0F to -50\u00b0F)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Exposure<\/strong><\/td><td>Sun<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Soil<\/strong><\/td><td>Indifferent<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The caryopteris is a shrub of rounded form (it&#8217;s a <a href=\"\/dwarf-shrubs-and-bushes\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"\/dwarf-shrubs-and-bushes\/\">small bush<\/a>: height 1 m, diameter 60 cm), carrying many small branches, erect to spread. Its finely toothed, bluish-green, slightly silvery and aromatic leaves are soft and gentle to the touch. The intense blue flowers are grouped in small terminal bouquets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_grow_a_caryopteris_plant\"><\/span>How to grow a caryopteris plant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The caryopteris is not very demanding on the nature of the soil, but a fertile ground ensures him a growth and a vigour largely superior. Make sure the soil is well drained, as it does not like excess water. On the other hand, do not neglect watering in summer and keep the soil fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reserve for this shrub a sunny and warm exposure sheltered from strong winds, for example in a corner or at the foot of a wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has no known pests or diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Tip:<\/strong> In the garden or in a pot, prune the caryopteris short to leave only 30 cm of vegetation, if possible at the end of the flowering.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_grow_a_caryopteris_shrub_in_a_pot\"><\/span>How to grow a caryopteris shrub in a pot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You will have to be a little patient: the first two years, the caryopteris lacks exuberance when cultivated in a pot. But as it reacts well to severe pruning, reduce its vegetation by half in spring &#8211; even late, even if it means skipping the flowering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the third year, it will be quite bushy and will be able to stay in its pot for several years thanks to regular fertilization (fertilizer for flowering shrubs every month from March to September).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plan from the start a large pot of 50 cm in diameter. Remember to put a drainage layer at the bottom of the pot (gravel, clay balls) and use a potting soil enriched with seaweed muck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can save time by buying a plant already formed, in a 7 to 10 liter container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Reveal the blue of the caryopteris by daring to associate it with bright tones. Plant summer flowering annuals &#8211; nasturtiums, petunias, surfinias, bidens and pelargoniums -, especially in planters, to give it extra consistency.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_plant_a_caryopteris_clandonensis\"><\/span>Where to plant a caryopteris clandonensis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is best planted in a bed, either as a single specimen or grouped together with other shrubs to create a border or low hedge. It also looks great in a pot, where it can be easily moved around the garden to create a different look or choose a spot with the best light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When planting in a bed, it is important to ensure that the soil is well drained, as this will help the shrub to thrive. Additionally, it is important to water the shrub regularly and to prune it back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Combine it with other silver foliage shrubs to create a cameo: teucrium, perovskia or santolin in mild climates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_selection\"><\/span>Our selection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Caryopteris \u00d7 clandonensis is at the base of some improvements, of which &#8216;<em><strong>Heavenly Blue<\/strong><\/em>&#8216; which dethrones it little by little. It has a rather erect habit, a more vigorous vegetation, larger flowers with a strong purplish hue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Kew Blue<\/strong><\/em>&#8216; also shows an intense color and a strong foliage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Big Blue<\/strong><\/em>&#8216; is characterized by a dense vegetation and a globular, stocky form, particularly interesting for pot culture. In this job, also look for &#8216;<em><strong>First Choice<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, for its compact habit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Placed in full sun, &#8216;<em><strong>Worcester Gold<\/strong><\/em>&#8216; has a beautiful golden yellow color to its foliage. Pair it with the above varieties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Caryopteris Clandonensis is a special and beautiful shrub that can make for an excellent addition to any garden. It will bring a unique sense of softness and elegance to any landscape. With its attractive coloration and foliage, it is sure to draw in visitors all throughout the year. Whether you plant it as a border or add it as part of your flower bed, this shrub is sure to bring a sense of peace and tranquillity to its environment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The caryopteris is a bit of an inconspicuous plant. Nevertheless, it would be a shame to do without it in temperate climates, as blue summer flowering shrubs are few and far between. Some recent improvements give it a welcome extra liveliness. 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