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Blue Mist Spirea
Caryopteris clandonensis
In the United States:
Cultivated
· also called bluebeard, blue mist shrub, blue spirea
Late-season shrub in the mint family that supplies nectar and copious blue pollen to honeybees during a lean period from midsummer into fall. Flowers form on new growth; prune hard in spring to encourage blooming. Aromatic foliage deters deer browsing.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | July–September |
| Duration | ~45 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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