Plumbago auriculata — Blue Plumbago for Soft Blue Flower Color

Plumbago auriculata, commonly called Blue Plumbago or Cape Plumbago, is a graceful flowering shrub
known for its soft blue flower clusters and relaxed growth habit. Its airy blooms and bright green foliage
bring a cool color note to sunny garden beds and landscape borders.

This plant is a strong choice for customers looking to soften walls, slopes, fences, and mixed shrub
plantings. Blue Plumbago can be grown as a mounding shrub or allowed to spread with support, making it useful for informal hedges, coastal-inspired gardens, and warm outdoor living spaces.

Stop by Ganter Nursery this September to explore Blue Plumbago and other flowering shrubs for San
Diego County gardens.

Quick Plant Details
Typical Mature Size: commonly about 3–6 ft tall and wide as a shrub, with size varying by pruning,
support, and growing conditions.
Sun: full sun to part sun.
Water: moderate water; provide well-drained soil and regular water during establishment.
Best For: flowering shrubs, informal hedges, slopes, fences, borders, coastal-style gardens, cottage
gardens, and soft blue flower color.