Caryopteris incana "Jason" (Sunshine Blue) is often referred to as Blue Beard. It is a favorite shrub of anyone who grows it. Its bright yellow foliage brightens up the garden all summer, then in late ...

ONE of the most compelling but unsung features of the little caryopteris bush is the lavender scent of its foliage. Although the plant is now grown in its thousands and is widely available in garden ...

Turning the corner into fall, many gardeners are looking to add autumn color and plant perennials that will be lasting companions. If you like the color purple, look no further than the sturdy ...

Dear Helen: We cannot remember the name of some plants that have been in the garden for 10 years. Every year, they bloom beautifully and attract bees. The feathery flowers are purple-blue. L.M. Dear L ...

Q: I just planted three caryopteris plants. One of them is wilting quite severely. The other two appear in better shape, but not great. The one with the most difficulty is planted in almost full sun, ...

The Garden Guy had the opportunity to add three Sunshine Blue II Caryopteris to the garden in late summer. I’ve been a fan of Caryopteris for a long time but haven’t had a chance to grow it since I ...

It seems this time of year as if our gardens are just as exhausted in the heat as we are. Some might say their garden just looks "tired out." We've waited in anticipation for spring and summer's ...

When I visit nurseries, especially locally owned businesses, I’m always on the lookout for unusual (at least for me) plants. I’ve found anacacho orchid trees in Smithville, Mexican olive trees in ...

Caryopteris, often called bluebeard, is one of those plants that quietly earns its keep. It doesn't ask for much – just full sun, well-drained soil, and a little space to breathe. However, come late ...