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While this white material resembles a powdery mildew disease or a chemical spray deposit it is actually a natural exudate from "chalk" glands that are found on the Plumbago species.

 

Cape Plumbago is very tolerant of heat and drought. This evergreen vine or shrub is a very popular extremely reliable and resilient plant. Trusses of sky-blue flowers are carried from summer to early winter as Cape Plumbago blooms all year long except for the coldest winter months.

 

Plumbago is a favorite of gardeners in southern parts of Texas and Florida. It?s native to tropical climates in South Africa and is quite heat-tolerant. You can also train plumbago like a vine to climb up a trellis. Any way you look at it (even from above!) plumbago is a show-stopper in the garden. Credit: Silapavet Konthikamee

 

Plumbago capensis needs full sun or light shade exposure and a warm climate. It resists light frosts but lose their leaves. The soil must be well drained and contain abundant organic matter. Planting is done in early spring. Water frequently so that the substrate never dries completely; reduce watering in winter.

 

Cape Plumbago adds form and color to the garden with true blue flowers. Learn how to grow this low-maintenance plant as an annual or perennial in this guide.

 

Native to South Africa it extends from the Southern Cape region to Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. It can also be found in Gauteng and the adjoining areas of Free State and the North West Province. There is also an isolated occurrence in Mpumalanga. Typically the species grows in bushes or thickets.