Caryopteris x clandonensis Hint of Gold (Bluebeard)
Noted for its bright golden foliage, Caryopteris x clandonensis ‘Hint of Gold’ is a compact deciduous shrub of upright habit with intense violet flowers in late summer to fall. Borne atop woody stems clothed with extra large, serrated, vivid golden-yellow leaves, they are attractive to butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects. They stand out against the striking foliage that glistens in the sun throughout the summer. Valued for its late season blossoms when few other shrubs are in bloom, this easy care shrub is a superb addition to any sunny garden. Perfect for small gardens or containers.
Noted for its bright golden foliage, Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Hint of Gold' is a compact deciduous shrub of upright habit with intense violet flowers in late summer to fall. Borne atop woody stems clothed with extra large, serrated, vivid golden-yellow leaves, they are attractive to butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects. They stand out against the striking foliage that glistens in the sun throughout the summer. Valued for its late season blossoms when few other shrubs are in bloom, this easy care shrub is a superb addition to any sunny garden. Perfect for small gardens or containers.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society for its outstanding qualities
- Grows up to 36 in. tall and wide (90 cm).
- A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Intolerant of wet, poorly-drained soils.
- Perfect choice for perennial borders, shrub borders, butterfly gardens.
- Attracts butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects but is deer and rabbit resistant.
- Virtually pest free. Watch for capsid bug
- Very little maintenance is needed. Cut hard back in spring to ensure good branch structure.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 6 – 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1 – 9 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Caryopteris – Bluebeards |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Late)Fall |
| Height | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spacing | 40″ (100cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens, Wall-Side Borders |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |