Ceratosigma Plumbaginoides Plumbago

Ceratostigma plumbaginoides, commonly known as Plumbago or Leadwort, is a low-growing perennial forming dense mats of foliage, reaching heights of 6 to 8 inches and spreading 6 to 20 inches wide. Plumbago is prized for its striking star-shaped blue flowers that appear in late summer to early fall. The flowers are complemented by the plant's attractive, glossy green foliage, which takes on a bronze-red hue in the fall, providing additional seasonal interest. Plumbago is well-suited for edging along borders, ground cover in rock gardens, or as a filler between stepping stones. Tolerant of a wide range of soil types and moisture levels, this resilient perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and is relatively low-maintenance once established.