Bluebeard - Petit Bleu
The Bluebeard Petit Blue, 'Caryopteris x clandonensis', a Proven Winners selection, is a compact Bluebeard that has a very tight growth habit. Petit Blue blooms from July through September. The short internodes result in an intense floral display. The flowers contast nicely with the dark green, glossy foliage. This plant is very attractive to butterflies. Plant this flower for a mixed border or in perennial beds. They may also be planted as part of a wildlife garden. Place in loose, well drained soil. ... more information
Mock Orange - Sweet The Sweet Mock Orange, Philadephus coronarius, is a deciduous shrub. This name is probably derived from the fragrant white flowers resembling orange flowers that some species and cultivars of mock oranges have. Some mock oranges are without fragrance. Flowers are single, semi-double, or double and they vary in size. The bloom period is quite short, normally not more than 7 to 10 days. The summer foliage is dark green and quite free of pest and disease problems. There is no color change in the fall. It is possible that most mock oranges will suffer from occasional tip kill in zone 4 and quite often in zone 3.
