Bluebeard ‘Longwood Blue’ | Plant Profile

Bluebeard ‘Longwood Blue’ (Caryopteris x clandonensis) are fragrant, mound-forming, deciduous shrubs that are native to Pennsylvania. The bright blue flowers that cover the outside of the plant are highly fragrant and the most coveted aspect. The violet or blue flowers grow in clusters at the end of upright stems. The blooming season is comparatively long, lasting from July to September. Silver-gray oval leaves populate the shrub.

‘Longwood Blue’ prefers average fertility, medium moisture, well drained soils in full sun. Once established, these fragrant shrubs can tolerate some drought, but will not perform well in saturate soils.

These highly ornamental shrubs are often planted as low borders or in groups. They can be planted along fences, structures, or in parks. The late blooming flowers bring interest while other shrubs have already spent their flowers. The fragrant flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects, making them a perfect addition to a pollinator garden.