The Name of My Favorite Plant
Blue Star Lithodora (Lithodora diffusa 'Blue Star')
Perennial
How I First Found Out About This Plant
I saw Blue Star lithodora on sale at Lowe's.
How I Have Cared for This Plant
Full Sun (6+ hrs direct sun)
Semi-Moist Water Usage
Space 18-24" Apart (for Spread)
Cold Hardiness 0 to -10ºF
Light Pruning
Fertilization Spring and Summer
Pests, Diseases or Other Problems for This Plant
None shown.
Why I Love This Plant So Much
The shade of blue reminds me of Mediterranean tiles and the white stripes in the middle of the blossoms are so interesting. Planted in the dirt, it would be perfect for a rock wall in that it would cascade over and down, as it's a trailing plant.
Location: My Region, Location of the Plant in My Yard
Portland, Oregon - zone 8
Growing in store container with original soil and in late spring it will be transferred into prepared, composted soil. Full sun for six hours per day. This trailing plant will look beautiful against the house or in a stand-up, yard sculpture of some type. This plant would also be nice on a trellis by a pond or swimming pool. This would also be a perfect plant for the entrance to a gated property, in overflowing baskets,
Tips and Tricks
- Keep soil moist, allow 6 hrs full sun per day.
