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Lithodora ‘Crystal Blue’

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This plant is no longer for sale directly from TERRA NOVA® Nurseries. However, it may still be available through one of our Licensees or Retail Sources.

 

The largest sky blue flowers of any Lithodora. Extra-large, vigorous foliage covers the ground like no other. Lithodora is very versatile in the garden or containers. Distinctly different.

USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 5-7
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 6″ / 30″ / 6″
Exposure: Part Shade, Full Sun
Bloom Time(s): April, May, June

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SKU: LITCRYBLU Categories: ,
Common Name Lithodora
Family Boraginaceae
species diffusa
Plant Type Perennial
US Patent # PP26553
EU Grant # --
Bloom Time April, May, June
Flower Color Blue
Foliage Color Green
Dormancy Winter
Exposure Full Sun, Part Shade
Growth Habit Spreading / Trailing
Growth Rate Moderate
Hardiness Zone 5, 6, 7
How Different? Lighter blue flowers. Good large flower size.
Landscape Value Wonderful drought tolerant groundcover.
Most Active Growing Season Spring
Persistence Evergreen
Size (HT/W/FL HT) 6" / 30" / 6"
Soil (Garden) Average, well drained soils.
Water (Garden) Low needs, keep on the dry side with good drainage.
Special Uses Deep South, Deer Resistant, Low Water Usage
Comments Needs good drainage and no winter leaf cover or mulch.
Water (Greenhouse) Dry completely between waterings.
EC 0.5 – 1.0
pH 5.6 – 6.5
Fertility Needs 50 ppm
Notes
Finish Time to 4″ 6 – 8 weeks
Finish Time to Gallon 10 – 12 weeks
Day Length for Flowering Day Neutral
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