bluebeard

For a healthy Bluebeard ('DCARBEYBAR' BEYOND PINK'D) plant, you should aim to water it once a week and provide around 1 inch of water. Make sure to check the soil for dryness– if it’s dry or just barely moist to the touch, give it some water. It’s better to water more frequently at a lower volume than to saturate the soil infrequently. When you water, make sure the entire root ball is moistened, not just the top layer of soil. During warmer months, if your Bluebeard is planted in the ground, you will likely need to water more often. Hot temperatures can make the soil dry out more quickly, so you may need to water it multiple times a week. If your Bluebeard is potted, you'll want to check the soil more frequently because containers tend to dry out faster. When watering, make sure to avoid splashing or over-watering the foliage as this can lead to disease. It’s also best to water in the morning or early evening to reduce evaporation. Finally, it’s important to make sure the soil drains well– if the water isn’t draining, you may need to increase the number of holes in the bottom of the pot or redistribute the soil and root ball.

Bluebeard (Caryopteris incana 'DCARBEYBAR' BEYOND PINK'D) thrive best in full sun. Plant them in an area that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. For optimum growth, it is best to give them the full 8 hours. Bluebeard prefers morning sun, or bright filtered light throughout the day. Too much sun in heat of the day in very hot climates can scorch the foliage and cause the plant to suffer.

For Bluebeard shrubs, pruning should be done in the late winter or early spring before new growth occurs. It is recommended to trim Bluebeard shrubs to maintain shape and size. When pruning, remove any green stems or shoots that were created in the autumn. It is also important to remove any dead or diseased branches. It is not necessary to prune heavily, as Bluebeard plants are naturally compact and should look natural. Pruning should be done to remove excess flower clusters and stems to encourage better air flow. Additionally, pruning can be done to remove a few of the oldest stems to promote flowering and fresh new growth.