Product description
Caryopteris Summer Sorbet is a deciduous shrub that, in late Summer through to Autumn, produces stunning colour and fragrance due to the pale blue, scented flowers it produces. The shrubs variegated foliage throughout the year is added to with green and yellow tints, therefore making sure that plenty of colour is on show at all angles. Ensuring Caryopteris are planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in full sun is a key factor. They should also be pruned well after their flowering period so that the following years display is just as colourful and striking. Once-a-week watering will suffice, as long as the soil remains moist, but not waterlogged.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Caryopteris 'Summer Sorbet'
Caryopteris 'Summer Sorbet'
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Product description
Caryopteris Summer Sorbet is a deciduous shrub that, in late Summer through to Autumn, produces stunning colour and fragrance due to the pale blue, scented flowers it produces. The shrubs variegated foliage throughout the year is added to with green and yellow tints, therefore making sure that plenty of colour is on show at all angles. Ensuring Caryopteris are planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in full sun is a key factor. They should also be pruned well after their flowering period so that the following years display is just as colourful and striking. Once-a-week watering will suffice, as long as the soil remains moist, but not waterlogged.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Resist the urge to provide plenty of fertiliser as this can lead to leafy growth with fewer flowers.
How to Water
Water regularly during the first growing season. After this, caryopteris is drought tolerant and only needs to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Choose a sheltered, sunny spot in light, well-draining soil and dig a hole around twice as wide as the root ball. Position the plant so the top of the root ball is at soil level. Backfill with soil and compost, gently firm down, and water in well.
