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Laurentia Mintaka Blue

Common name: Isotoma, Blue Star

an outstanding, blue-flowering shrub for a show-stopping garden display.

-1 to -5°C
Good for Pollinators

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A sensational frothy seasonal performer which is ideal for softening the edges of beds and containers throughout the warmer months. Laurentia axillaris ‘Mintaka Blue’ produces large, 4cm, star-shaped lavender-blue blooms which burst from the ferny foliage like exploding fireworks. An Australian native which is unusually cold tolerant and able to withstand temperatures as low as -5°C. Mostly grown as an annual ‘Mintaka Blue will be covered in starry blue flowers; some with a pinkish tinge and all with a lime green and white centre. This showstopping, visual delight lasts from late May to October and is certainly one not to be missed. Furthermore, the plant can even be grown as a perennial in milder, sheltered areas of the UK. Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. H&S: 30cm.
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Key Information
Latin Name Laurentia Mintaka Blue YP
Common Name Isotoma, Blue Star
Hardiness H3 (-1 to -5°C)
Colour Blue
Format Young Plants
Position Full-Sun
Foliage Evergreen
Height in Maturity (m) 0.30 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.30
Soil Conditions Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Drought Tolerant Yes
Good for pots Yes
Good for hanging baskets Yes
Good for Rockeries Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes

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