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Dwarf Plumbago – Blue Flowers & Scarlet Fall Foliage

Dwarf Plumbago: Deep Blue Flowers, Red Fall Color

Bronzy-green to dark green leaves set off deep blue flowers. Low-growing perennial with wiry erect stems from rapidly spreading underground stems. Foliage turns scarlet red in fall. Photo credit: Doreen Wynja

Plant Profile

Light: Full sun to partial sun
Moisture: Moderate
Height: 2 feet or less
Spread: 1 foot or less

Long blooming and colorful foliage.

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