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Zenobia pulverulenta 'Blue Sky'

  • Shrub
  • 100-150 cm high
  • Light-coloured flowers
  • Valuable foliage plant
  • Semi-evergreen
Compact, evergreen shrub with striking blue-green foliage. In spring, masses of bell-shaped, creamy-white flowers appear. Prefers acidic, humus-rich, evenly moist soil. Ideal for partial shade and heather gardens. Very decorative among ferns and other acid-loving plants.
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Garden use

Use

Solitary Small groups Large groups

For wildlife and biodiversity

For bees

Ornamental value and special features

Scented Foliage plant Semi-evergreen

Planting density

Plant about 3 - 5 plants per m²

Characteristics

Height 100 - 150 cm
Flowering time May - June
Flower colour White
Growth habit Hanging, Ascending
Hardiness down to about -20°C

Site conditions

Light Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade
Moisture Moist
Soil Pervious

Botanical information

Botanical name Zenobia pulverulenta 'Blue Sky'
Genus Zenobia
Family Ericaceae
Origin Hybrid