Caryopteris divaricata 'Snow Fairy'

Snow Fairy Bluebeard

A striking variegated bluebeard valued for its crisp foliage and late-season color. Narrow leaves are green with clean white margins, creating brightness all season. In late summer to early fall, clusters of soft lavender-blue flowers appear on new growth, attracting pollinators and extending interest when many shrubs are finished.


Plant Characteristics


Type: Deciduous shrub



Form: Upright to rounded, airy



Mature Width: 3–4 ft



Mature Height: 3–4 ft



Flower Color: Lavender-blue



Foliage Color: Green with white margins (variegated)




Growing Conditions


USDA Hardiness Zones:5a–9b



Light: Full sun (best flowering and tight habit)



Soil: Average, well-drained soil



Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established



Maintenance: Low; cut back hard in early spring (blooms on new wood)



Landscape Uses
Perennial-style shrub borders, pollinator gardens, mixed beds, foundation plantings, and mass plantings. Excellent for adding late-season color and foliage contrast.


Care Tips


Prune to 6–12 in in early spring to refresh growth



Avoid wet winter soils



Performs best in full sun with good drainage

Plant type

Perennial

Height

3-4'

Width

3-4'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Summer

Flower color

Blue

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Foundation Plant, Hedge, Mass Planting

Shape

Rounded, Upright

Bark

Smooth

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No