About

A clump-forming, deciduous herbaceous perennial to about 30cm from wet, boggy meadows in the Pacific Northwest, with broadly ovate, deep green, corrugated leaves and branching stems of small, tubular, deep sky-blue to pale blue flowers in summer. A charming species for the bog garden or stream margin.

About the genus

Libocedrus comprises a group of plants, ranging from herbaceous perennials to shrubs or small trees. Species within the genus display a variety of growth habits and are cultivated for their decorative or practical qualities

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.