Ceratostigma willmottianum
'Lissbrill'
Sapphire Ring Plumbago
Family |
Plumbaginaceae |
Genus |
Ceratostigma |
Species |
willmottianum |
Cultivar |
'Lissbrill' |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Shrub (deciduous) |
Tradmarked Name |
Sapphire Ring™ |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
8 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
8 |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H4 |
Temperature (°C) |
-10 - (-5) |
Temperature (°F) |
14 - 23 |
Height |
1 m |
Spread |
1.5 m |
General Description |
A small shrub with yellow leaves that turn a vibrant red in autumn and rich blue flowers that appear in terminal clusters. |
Landscape |
Excellent in cut flower gardens or as a container plant. |
Cultivation |
Grow in full sun (preferred) or partial shade in a moist, well-drained soil. |
Habitat |
Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description |
Leaves are a bright yellow, growing up to 5 cm in length and turning red in autumn. |
Flower Description |
Flowers are a rich blue, up to 2.5 cm in diameter, appearing in terminal clusters. |
Propagation |
Propagate through semi-hardwood cuttings. |