Plants in family plumbaginaceae
Limonium sinuatum 'Cotton Candy Blend'
Limonium sinuatum 'Cotton Candy Blend' is known for its papery-textured flowers and stems that can reach 18 inches long. It grows well in coastal areas and does not require a cool period for flowering.
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides is a mat-forming perennial native to Western China, known for its bright blue flowers in late summer and early autumn. Its foliage may turn red or purple before falling, and it thrives in sunny, sheltered positions. This plant is deer-resistant and can become invasive.
Ceratostigma willmottianum
Ceratostigma willmottianum, native to western China and Tibet, is a deciduous shrub that offers a striking display of pale blue flowers and red foliage in autumn. Known for its cinnamon-red stems and cobalt-blue flowers, it thrives in well-drained soils with full to part sun exposure. This plant is recognized for its late-season beauty and has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Armeria maritima
Armeria maritima, commonly known as thrift or sea pink, is a compact evergreen perennial with threadlike leaves and bright pink button flowers. It grows in low clumps and is suitable for xeriscapes or rock gardens. The plant thrives in dry, sandy, saline conditions and is distributed worldwide. It flowers from April to October and is known for its copper-tolerance and ability to attract pollinators like bees.
Ceratostigma griffithii
Ceratostigma griffithii, also known as the hardy plumbago, is a deciduous perennial with twiggy, spreading growth and dime-sized green leaves. It is notable for its rich blue flowers that bloom from late August through autumn, attracting butterflies like the tiger swallowtail. In fall, its foliage turns striking shades of red and yellow. This plant is drought-tolerant and can survive temperatures as low as 0°F, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Limonium platyphyllum
Limonium platyphyllum is a water-wise, low-maintenance plant with thick, foot-long leaves and 8-inch flower bracts. Its light purple petals with white interiors bloom year-round, supporting honey bees and pollinators. This plant is salt and coastal exposure tolerant, thriving in well-drained soil.
Ceratostigma willmottianum 'Palmgold'
Ceratostigma willmottianum 'Palmgold' is a plant with brilliant golden new foliage and cobalt-blue flowers in midsummer. It survives single-digit temperatures and may be late to reemerge in some climates, adding vibrant color to gardens.
Armeria maritima 'Ballerina Red'
Armeria maritima 'Ballerina Red' is a plant with bright red flower clusters that rebloom if deadheaded. It has broad evergreen leaves and 14-inch stiff flower stems, forming a neat grassy-like mound. This plant is heat and salt tolerant, making it suitable for borders, containers, or groundcover.
Ceratostigma griffithii 'Snow Flurries'
Ceratostigma griffithii 'Snow Flurries' is a giant form of plumbago with small dark green leaves and tiny white flowers that bloom in late October. It forms an 8-foot wide by 3-foot tall clump with 5-foot long arching branches. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies.
Plumbago auriculata
Plumbago auriculata is a groundcover plant with deep blue flowers and orange-red fall foliage. It blooms from late summer through fall and serves as a nectar source for butterflies. This plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established. It requires sharp-draining soil and is seldom damaged by deer, making it a resilient choice for various garden settings.
Ceratostigma minus
Ceratostigma minus, originating from the Sichuan and Yunnan provinces of China, is a pure blue-flowered leadwort species. It blooms from midsummer through fall, offering slightly lighter blue flowers compared to C. willmottianum. This plant is appreciated for its vibrant color and ability to attract butterflies, making it a charming addition to any garden.
Armeria pseudarmeria 'Dreamland'
Armeria pseudarmeria 'Dreamland' is a perennial plant with pink raspberry blooms that appear from early spring to late fall. It grows 10 to 12 inches tall and wide, preferring sandy soil and making it a charming addition to garden borders.
Armeria maritima 'Splendens'
Armeria maritima 'Splendens' is a compact, clump-forming plant with electric rose-pink blooms and fine-textured evergreen foliage. It is cold hardy, salt and drought tolerant, and suitable for urban conditions. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it attracts beneficial pollinators like butterflies and honey bees.