Plumbago auriculata Dark Blue

Common Name:
Plumbago 'Dark Blue'

Description:
Plumbago auriculata 'Dark Blue' is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub prized for its clusters of deep blue, phlox-like flowers that bloom from spring through autumn. This hardy and low-maintenance plant thrives in Melbourne’s climate, making it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, or as a colourful feature plant. With a naturally sprawling habit, it can also be trained as a climber over trellises or fences. It grows best in well-draining soil and prefers full sun to part shade. Once established, it is highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal care, apart from occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage more blooms.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium
• Climber (if supported)

Mature Size:

• Height: 2-3 m
• Width: 2-3 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Dark Blue

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Topiary
• Drought Tolerant
• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting
• Fast Growing
• Evergreen

Toxicity:

• Mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested, may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Companion Plants:

• Bougainvillea
• Westringia
• Lomandra
• Salvia
• Grevillea