Plumbago auriculata Alba

Plumbago auriculata Alba Details

Plumbago auriculata Alba, commonly known as Cape Leadwort, is grown for its pretty flowers and fresh foliage. It is an evergreen shrub with slender stems carrying mid-green leaves. Pure white flowers are borne in clusters above the foliage from summer through autumn. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best performance with this plant is achieved when grown in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and dry periods. Plumbago auriculata Alba is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in borders, grown in a container, or planted in a “white” garden.