{"product_id":"plumbago-blue","title":"Plumbago Blue","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbago Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA graceful flowering shrub featuring soft blue blooms and a naturally cascading shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbago auriculata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring lasting blue color to your landscape with Plumbago Blue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its clusters of delicate, five-petaled flowers and fresh green foliage create a relaxed, colorful accent for gardens, patios, and borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts arching branches form a spreading mound that looks especially attractive when allowed to spill over garden edges or grow naturally in groups. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/plants\/ornamentals\/plumbago\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGardening Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowering borders, foundation plantings, butterfly gardens, informal hedges, mass plantings, slopes, and large decorative containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 Plant Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbago auriculata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue Plumbago, Cape Plumbago, Cape Leadwort, Sky Flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flowering perennial shrub; evergreen in frost-free climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 3–10 ft, depending on selection, conditions, and pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Spread:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 3–10 ft, depending on selection and maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mounding, spreading, and arching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft sky blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Light to medium green leaves on slender branches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fast in warm growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Native:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No; native to southern Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9–11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlooming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring through fall; flowering may continue year-round in frost-free parts of Florida. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantlifefarms.com\/Plant-Name\/Plumbago-auriculata-Escapade-Blue-Plumbago?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eplantlifefarms.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Care \u0026amp; Maintenance Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerforms best in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Partial shade is tolerated, but a sunny location generally supports better flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly during establishment. Established landscape plants are moderately drought tolerant. Check container plants more frequently, and avoid keeping the soil constantly saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefers well-draining soil. In alkaline soils, nutrient deficiencies may cause yellowing leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrives in warm conditions. Frost may damage foliage and stems; wait until spring to remove cold-damaged growth. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/plants\/ornamentals\/plumbago\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGardening Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a landscape fertilizer as needed during active growth, following label directions. If leaves turn yellow, check drainage and soil conditions before adding fertilizer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrim long shoots to maintain the desired shape. Allow some natural arching growth for a softer appearance. More substantial shaping can be done in late winter or early spring, after the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4–6 ft between plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a maintained mass planting, with more room for a loose, spreading appearance. Adjust spacing to the variety’s expected mature size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/plumbago-auriculata\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eNorth Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌺 Flowering Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbago flowers on new growth. Provide plenty of sunlight and avoid repeatedly shearing off developing flowering shoots. Its loose, natural shape makes an attractive flowering display. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/plumbago-auriculata\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eNorth Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatch for chilli thrips, which can cause curled or stunted leaves. Mites and cottony cushion scale may also appear. Yellow foliage can indicate nutrient availability problems, particularly in alkaline soil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/plants\/ornamentals\/plumbago\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eGardening Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📦 What You’ll Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Plumbago — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbago auriculata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the container size selected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight, fullness, branching, and flower coverage vary naturally with plant size and season. Plants may arrive with buds, open flowers, or primarily foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 Acclimation Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your plant has been grown under shade, gradually introduce it to stronger sunlight. Maintain consistent moisture while it becomes established, allowing excess water to drain freely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚠️ Safety Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlumbago contains compounds that can cause \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eskin irritation or blistering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Wear gloves when pruning or handling cut stems, and keep plant material away from pets and children who may chew on it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/plumbago-auriculata\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eNorth Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscape Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Blue Plumbago to soften garden borders, create flowing masses of blue flowers, or add color around patios. Its spreading form pairs beautifully with upright foliage and contrasting flower colors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Nota para tu catálogo: la imagen dice “Blue Escape”. El cultivar que pude verificar aparece como \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Escapade Blue’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Conviene confirmar el nombre con el proveedor antes de incluirlo; por eso utilicé el nombre de la especie en esta ficha.* \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.plantlifefarms.com\/Plant-Name\/Plumbago-auriculata-Escapade-Blue-Plumbago?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eplantlifefarms.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leaf It To Me","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":50995411910913,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":50995411943681,"sku":null,"price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gallon Grower's Pick","offer_id":50995411976449,"sku":null,"price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/0556\/4929\/files\/a6284002-fdc3-4de3-a258-7646580c6390.png?v=1793297266","url":"https:\/\/leafittome.us\/products\/plumbago-blue","provider":"Leaf It To Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}