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C. divaricata is an herbaceous perennial that is native to the Himalayas. ?Snow Fairy? is a recent variegated-leaved cultivar introduced from Japan that will grow 24-36? tall and as wide. Ovate to lance-shaped leaves are green with irregular white margins. Blue flowers in terminal and axillary clusters appear from late summer into fall. Foliage is unpleasantly aromatic when crushed. Flowers are attractive to butterflies, bees and other beneficial insects.
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Grow in average, medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers loose loams. Tolerates some drought. Intolerant of wet, poorly-drained soils. Cut plant to ground in late fall after leaves have dropped. New growth will emerge from buds at crown in Spring.
| Common Name | 'Snow Fairy', Bluebeard |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Caryopteris divaricata 'Snow Fairy' |
| Container/Amount | 3 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Part-sun, Sun |
| Height | 3 ft. |
| Width | 3 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | late summer |
| Flower Color | blue |
| Fragrance | Yes |
| Foliage Color | Variegated green/white |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
