Plumbago auriculata White (Cape Leadwort)
Plumbago auriculata White (Cape Leadwort)
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Plumbago auriculata White is a versatile broadleaf evergreen shrub native to South Africa, valued for its showy, pale blue to white flowers that bloom freely throughout the growing season. Its dense foliage and trailing habit make it perfect for hedges, borders, or container growth on trellises.
This hardy plant thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates both moderate drought and regular watering. Winter-hardy in Zones 8–11, it can also be overwintered indoors in colder regions. Regular pruning encourages lush new growth and abundant flowering, making it a low-maintenance yet striking addition to any garden.
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Mature height
1–3 m
Mature width
1–3 m
Spacing
1–3 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Pale blue to white flowers, evergreen foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers freely throughout growing season
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Medium; cut back in late winter to encourage flowering
Root System
Fibrous, non-invasive, suitable for containers or ground planting