Royal Cape Plumbago Hedge

Plumbago capenis is a synonym of plumbago auriculata. This long flowering plant will provide colour from spring right through until autumn and is easy care.

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Royal cape plumbago hedge

The plumbago plant plumbago auriculata also known as the cape plumbago or sky flower is actually a shrub and in its natural surroundings can grow 6 to 10 feet 1 3 m tall with a spread of 8 to 10 feet 2 3 m. This is the royal cape hybrid of plumbago auriculata a more delicate and pale blue flower. Plumbago auriculata is commonly known as cape plumbago and are used as hedges as well as in the garden border.

Plumbago zeylanica which also occurs in se asia. Like abelia plumbago is known for its arching branches which quickly grow outside the main bun of the plant. Monott has a brighter blue flower and is very popular and widely available.

It is drought tolerant needing little maintenance. It will even climb through other plants. It has a more compact habit than the straight species and doesn t sucker royal cape has a preference for full sun to partial shade and a moist well drained fertile soil.

There is a native species. Can be used as a hedge or shrub or espaliered against a wall and will even climb through other plants so it makes the perfect gap filler. It spreads by suckers so it is a great choice for an informal flowering hedge 1 5m 2m high.

A few snap shots from country style magazine plumbago auriculata common names blue plumbago cape plumbago or cape leadwort syn. Because they are so floriferous the plumbagos are ideal for white or blue colour schemed gardens. Plumbago can be left to grow as a sprawling shrub allowed to climb or it can be brought into line with a regular haircut.

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