Blue Plumbago
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One of our blue plumbago plants (Plumbago auriculata) would make a super thank you of birthday gift. They are long-flowering plants that will add their distinctive pretty blue to a home all summer long. Best protected from frost and cold winds, they will be happiest on a sunny window sill or conservatory and will bloom on and on from spring to late autumn. Outdoors Blue Plumbago are treated as an annual but indoors they can be overwintered for a stunning display each year.
- British Grown
- Long flowering season
- Perfect for patios or a sunny room
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34 reviews
My daughter loved the Olive tree that I ordered for her.
Beautiful plants and presented really well in pots
Lovely gift idea
Healthy plant, nicely packed for journey
The plant arrived in good time and exactly as described
Excellent service
The Stephanotis looked great. Just starting to flower with lots of buds. Very nice.
I didn't see the plant myself but my aunt was delighted with it
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Birthday gift for my niece and this time I actually got to see it myself! Normally I get feedback from my family as I live abroad but I was there in person this time which was great. It was a lovely strong plant in a pretty container, exactly as advertised.
These instructions are sent with the plant gift
The Plumbago, or “sky flower” is a conservatory plant. It will be happy in a conservatory, or a well-lit window or porch. In milder areas of the UK they will also be happy to spend the summer on a patio or balcony – but they are not hardy.
Make sure your plant gets plenty of light, by putting it near a window but a little way back from the glass to avoid scorching. Very bright direct sunlight is best avoided if possible.
Whilst the plants are in small pots they will need regular watering, especially if in a warm spot. However, the compost does not need to be wet, just slightly damp and it is okay for the soil to dry out on top in between watering. To help your plant grow you might want to add a drop of liquid feed to the water every few waters.
Your Plumbago plant is a climber by nature, cut off dead flowers to encourage more buds and train the plant upwards. As your plant puts on growth it can be re-potted in a larger pot with rich potting compost.
Don’t worry if your plant sheds petals, this is perfectly normal. Keep removing dead flowers and petals and your plant will reward you with more beautiful blooms.
