CARYOPTERIS C. WORCESTER GOLD

Planting Conditions and Ideal Location

• Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun, which ensures vibrant golden foliage and an abundance of flowers.

• Soil Preferences: Prefers well-drained soils—loamy, sandy, or light clay; avoid waterlogged ground.

• pH Range: Grows well in neutral to slightly alkaline soils (pH 6.5–7.5).

• Moisture Needs: Moderately drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering in prolonged dry spells.

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or early autumn to allow roots to establish before seasonal extremes.

• Spacing: Allow 60–90 cm between plants for mature spread and good airflow.

• Positioning Tips: Ideal for mixed borders, wildlife-friendly gardens, and low-maintenance planting schemes. Its golden leaves contrast beautifully with other perennials and shrubs.

• Climate Suitability: Hardy in most UK and Irish gardens but may need winter protection in colder inland or exposed sites.

Routine Care, Feeding, and Seasonal Maintenance

• Watering:

  • Water regularly in the first year after planting to encourage strong root growth.

  • Once established, water only during extended dry periods.

• Feeding: Apply a balanced general-purpose fertilizer in spring as new growth emerges to encourage foliage colour and flower production.

• Pruning:

  • In late winter or early spring, prune hard to just above a low bud (around 15–20 cm from the base) to promote vigorous new shoots.

  • Remove any weak, damaged, or crossing stems at the same time.

• Mulching: Apply a 5 cm mulch of compost or well-rotted manure in spring to help retain moisture, improve soil quality, and suppress weeds. Keep mulch away from the plant’s crown.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest- and disease-free; occasional aphid infestations can be managed with insecticidal soap if needed.

• Winter Care: In colder areas, a dry mulch around the base can offer extra root protection. Young plants may benefit from a fleece cover in prolonged frosts.

• Propagation: Easily propagated from softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer, or by division in early spring.

Ornamental Features, Seasonal Interest, and Garden Uses

• Foliage: Golden-yellow leaves provide striking contrast in the garden, especially when placed against deep green or purple plants.

• Flowers: Rich blue flower clusters appear from late summer into early autumn, creating a dramatic colour contrast with the foliage.

• Fragrance: Both flowers and foliage have a light, aromatic scent when brushed.

• Wildlife Benefits: A magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators—providing valuable late-season nectar.

• Ornamental Value: Combines long-lasting foliage colour with late flowering, helping to extend garden interest into autumn.

• Garden Design Uses:

  • Superb in mixed borders with salvias, rudbeckias, and echinaceas.

  • Excellent for low-maintenance gardens where seasonal interest is needed.

  • Works well in wildlife-friendly planting schemes and cottage-style borders.

  • Can be grown in large containers for sunny patios.

• Growth and Size: Deciduous shrub with a compact, bushy habit, typically reaching 60–90 cm in height with a similar spread.

• Longevity: Long-lived if pruned annually to maintain vigour and prevent woody growth.

• Seasonal Appeal: Offers golden foliage from spring through autumn, with vivid blue flowers adding colour from August until the first frosts.

• Size
  3 lt

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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