PLUMBAGO

Plumbago

The plumbago plant or Plumbago auriculata grows in the warmer climates are part of the Plumbaginaceae Family. Also known as the Cape plumbago or sky flower Blue plumbago has a fast-growing, sprawling habit and semi-woody perennial shrub that produces an abundance of royal blue flowers, almost all year round.

How To Care

Light: will do well in either sun or partial shade.

Water: after establishment, water deeply (3/4 inch) twice a month

Fertilizer: never need much fertilize it each spring

Temperature: ideal temperature  60-80° F

Potting: Add this shrub to a sunny spot in your yard November through March

Pruning: once in early March and once in late August. Prune ½ of the plant in early spring and ¼ of the plant in late summer.