Plumbago (Ceratostigma plumbaginoides) – Trade Gallon

Ceratostigma plumbaginoides, commonly known as Plumbago, is a low-growing perennial groundcover with green foliage and deep blue flowers. Its spreading form adds seasonal color to garden borders and groundcover plantings.

This live plant is supplied in a trade gallon growing container. Combine it with plants that share similar light and moisture requirements, allowing room for its expected mature spread.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
• Common name: Plumbago
• Container size: trade gallon
• USDA hardiness zones: 5–9
• Expected mature height: 9–12 inches
• Expected mature spread: 12–18 inches
• Light: full sun to part shade
• Soil moisture: average to moist
• Bloom season: summer to early fall
• Flower color: deep blue
• Foliage: green

Care Considerations

Choose a planting location with suitable light and monitor soil moisture after planting. Adjust watering to rainfall, temperature, and soil conditions rather than following a fixed schedule.

Mature size, flowering time, and seasonal appearance vary with climate and growing conditions. Dimensions describe expected mature growth, not the size at delivery. Plants may not be in bloom when delivered.

Safety Notice

For ornamental use only. Do not ingest. Keep plants and potting mix out of reach of children and pets. Wear gardening gloves when handling, avoid contact with eyes and mouth, and wash hands afterward.