Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest' | Gold Crest Bluebeard
DESCRIPTION
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest' is a deciduous shrub known for its vibrant golden foliage and clusters of bright blue flowers. The leaves are finely textured, with a luminous golden-yellow hue that creates a bold contrast against the rich blue blooms, which appear from late summer into early autumn. The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, including bees and butterflies, adding life and movement to the late-season garden.
This hybrid, developed in the 20th century, is a result of breeding between species native to East Asia. 'Gold Crest' is particularly well-suited to sunny borders or mixed perennial plantings, where its colorful foliage and blooms provide a cheerful focal point. Its compact, bushy habit makes it versatile for small gardens or container displays, offering interest and color during the transition from summer to fall.
DESCRIPTION
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest' is a deciduous shrub known for its vibrant golden foliage and clusters of bright blue flowers. The leaves are finely textured, with a luminous golden-yellow hue that creates a bold contrast against the rich blue blooms, which appear from late summer into early autumn. The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, including bees and butterflies, adding life and movement to the late-season garden.
This hybrid, developed in the 20th century, is a result of breeding between species native to East Asia. 'Gold Crest' is particularly well-suited to sunny borders or mixed perennial plantings, where its colorful foliage and blooms provide a cheerful focal point. Its compact, bushy habit makes it versatile for small gardens or container displays, offering interest and color during the transition from summer to fall.
DESCRIPTION
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest' is a deciduous shrub known for its vibrant golden foliage and clusters of bright blue flowers. The leaves are finely textured, with a luminous golden-yellow hue that creates a bold contrast against the rich blue blooms, which appear from late summer into early autumn. The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators, including bees and butterflies, adding life and movement to the late-season garden.
This hybrid, developed in the 20th century, is a result of breeding between species native to East Asia. 'Gold Crest' is particularly well-suited to sunny borders or mixed perennial plantings, where its colorful foliage and blooms provide a cheerful focal point. Its compact, bushy habit makes it versatile for small gardens or container displays, offering interest and color during the transition from summer to fall.
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Family: Lamiaceae
Height: 2-3 feet tall
Width: 2-3 feet wide
Foliage color: Golden-yellow foliage
Flower color: Deep blue to violet-blue clusters
Bloom time: Late summer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; prune in early spring to encourage new growth and maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA Zones 5-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinatorsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
