Caryopteris ‘Grand Bleu’

Common Name:
Caryopteris ‘Grand Bleu’

Description:
Caryopteris ‘Grand Bleu’ is a striking deciduous shrub known for its rich, deep blue flowers and attractive silvery-green foliage. This compact cultivar delivers a bold pop of colour from late summer into autumn, a time when many other plants are beginning to fade. The aromatic leaves and nectar-rich blooms make it a magnet for bees and butterflies, adding life and movement to the garden. Ideal for Melbourne gardens, ‘Grand Bleu’ performs best in full sun with well-drained soil, showing good drought tolerance once established. Its tidy, mounded growth habit makes it a versatile addition to mixed borders, gravel gardens, or as a low informal hedge. With minimal maintenance required beyond a hard prune in late winter or early spring, this reliable bloomer is perfect for adding seasonal interest and pollinator appeal.

Form:
Shrub - Small
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
Height: 80–100 cm
Width: 80–100 cm

Aspect:
Full Sun

Flowering:
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
Deep blue
Violet-blue

Key Attributes:
Bee Attracting
Suitable for Pots
Drought Tolerant
Perennial
Aromatic Foliage
Pollinator Friendly

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:
Lavender
Sedum
Echinacea
Salvia nemorosa
Perovskia atriplicifolia
Gaillardia

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