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Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Inoveris' (Grand Bleu)

Family Verbenaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The deciduous shrub Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Inoveris' (Grand Bleu) (blue mist shrub) bears showy, medium blue and fragrant blooms during mid summer to early autumn. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and fragrant. Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Inoveris' (Grand Bleu) (blue mist shrub) has smooth bark that is aromatic. A specimen plant, Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Inoveris' (Grand Bleu) (blue mist shrub) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, cut flowers, hedge, foundation, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Inoveris' (Grand Bleu) tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer. This deciduous shrub attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Inoveris' (Grand Bleu) (blue mist shrub) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.