Blue Plumbago Live Plant Plug - 1–3 Inch Starter | Plumbago auriculata

About This Plant

Blue Plumbago (Plumbago auriculata), an evergreen to semi-evergreen flowering shrub, is valued for its sky-blue flower clusters and spreading growth habit. This listing is a very small starter plug (1–3 inches tall) that will develop into a fuller, flowering shrub with time and proper care.

What You Will Receive

1 live Plumbago starter plug, height approximately 1–3 inches, grown in a small 1-inch or 2.25-inch plug-size container. Healthy, well-rooted young plant with sky-blue flower clusters when mature and blooming. Spreading ornamental shrub. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

Common Name: Plumbago / Cape Leadwort
Botanical Name: Plumbago auriculata
Plant Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Young rooted plug / starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun for strongest flowering; tolerates some partial shade
Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil; adaptable to various suitable soil types
Watering: Moderate; water consistently while establishing and allow the upper soil to begin drying between waterings
Mature Height: Approximately 3–10 feet depending on climate, pruning, and growing conditions
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast in warm conditions
USDA Zones: Approximately 8–11, with cold protection needed toward the colder end of its range
Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tips

Transplant carefully into a modestly larger container and allow root systems to strengthen before placing in demanding landscape conditions. After shipping, provide bright protected light initially, then gradually acclimate to full sun. Keep soil moderately moist during establishment. Light pruning as the plant matures can encourage branching. Protect young plants from frost and freezing temperatures.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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