Ceratostigma plumbaginoides, Plumbago or Blue Leadwood part shade horizontal branches that twist and

horizontal branches that twist and turn upward at the ends

The leaves are fuzzy and can be huge: up to 1 foot in length

and can function as a weed-suppressive taller ground cover -- after all it thrives in clearings and open woodlands within it's native range

much appreciated by hummingbirds

Ceratostigma plumbaginoides, Plumbago or Blue Leadwood part shade horizontal branches that twist andRobust in habit, and thankfully very attractive, Plumbago is a deciduous ground cover with electric blue flowers that still bloom while the leaves turn deep redexhilarating! Bloom time is generally mid summer to early fall. It's perfect for a parking strip where it will be contained, or an area where it can roam and regale you with its color. Plant it with spring bulbs since the leaves come on late. Tolerates a wide range of conditions including clay