Griffith's Blue Leadwort

Ceratostigma Griffithii

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Overview

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma griffithii) is a deciduous perennial featuring vivid cobalt-blue flowers. Blooming from late summer to fall, it reaches 18-24 inches in height and width. This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 6-9, prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil. The foliage transitions to a striking reddish-bronze in autumn, offering year-round interest. Ideal for border fronts or as a ground cover.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Blooming from late summer to fall, it reaches 18-24 inches in height and width

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 6-9, prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — The foliage transitions to a striking reddish-bronze in autumn, offering year-round interest

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Ideal for border fronts or as a ground cover

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — with its scientific name Ceratostigma griffithii

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — presents itself as an enchanting addition to any eclectic garden landscape

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Part of the Plumbaginaceae family

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 1.5–3 Ft.
Mature width: 2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Plumbaginaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Blooming from late summer to fall, it reaches 18-24 inches in height and width

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — This hardy plant thrives in USDA zones 6-9, prefers full sun to partial shade, and well-drained soil

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — The foliage transitions to a striking reddish-bronze in autumn, offering year-round interest

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Ideal for border fronts or as a ground cover

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — with its scientific name Ceratostigma griffithii

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — presents itself as an enchanting addition to any eclectic garden landscape

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Part of the Plumbaginaceae family

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — this perennial shrub reaches an average height of 2 to 3 feet and spreads approximately the same

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — Its petite stature is adorned with lance-shaped

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — glossy green leaves that offer a splendid autumnal transformation

Griffith's Blue Leadwort (Ceratostigma Griffithii) — From late summer into the heart of fall

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