Ceratostigma willmottianum 'Lissbrill' (Sapphire Ring Plumbago)
Botanical Information
| Family | Plumbaginaceae |
| Genus | Ceratostigma |
| Species | willmottianum |
| Cultivar | 'Lissbrill' |
| Tradmarked Name | Sapphire Ring™ |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Bred by Peter Catt, Liss Forest Nursery. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -10 - (-5) |
| Temperature (°F) | 14 - 23 |
| Height | 1 m |
| Spread | 1.5 m |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A small shrub with yellow leaves that turn a vibrant red in autumn and rich blue flowers that appear in terminal clusters. |
| Landscape | Excellent in cut flower gardens or as a container plant. |
| Propagation | Propagate through semi-hardwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun (preferred) or partial shade in a moist, well-drained soil. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are a bright yellow, growing up to 5 cm in length and turning red in autumn. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are a rich blue, up to 2.5 cm in diameter, appearing in terminal clusters. |