Overview
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR is a compact, bushy shrubs in the genus Caryopteris, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous, grey-green, aromatic foliage. Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include mixed borders, cottage-style plantings, dry gardens, gravel gardens, pollinator-friendly borders and containers.
About
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest' PBR is a compact, bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the Caryopteris genus, known for its aromatic grey-green foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soil, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing aspect. It is hardy to UK zone H4 and is suitable for mixed borders, cottage-style and dry gardens, gravel gardens, pollinator-friendly borders, and containers. The plant's interest is primarily in spring and summer, complementing the genus's characteristic small blue or white flowers that bloom in dense clusters during late summer and autumn.
About the genus
Caryopteris is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lamiaceae. They are native to east Asia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Caryopteris
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Compact, bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous, grey-green, aromatic
- Suggested uses
- Mixed borders, cottage-style plantings, dry gardens, gravel gardens, pollinator-friendly borders, containers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings from spring to midsummer, semi-ripe cuttings from mid to late summer, hardwood cuttings from late autumn to midwinter
- Pest resistance
- Capsid bugs, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR?
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR need?
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR hardy in the UK?
Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Gold Crest'PBR?
Softwood cuttings from spring to midsummer, semi-ripe cuttings from mid to late summer, hardwood cuttings from late autumn to midwinter.