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Caryopteris divaricata ‘Snow Fairy’                      Snow Fairy Glory Bower Wannabe

 Size:  3’ X 3’

 Exposure:  Full Sun, could tolerate light shade

 Flowering Time:  Mid September

 Ornamental Characteristics:

 ‘Snow Fairy’ is a fantastic variegated die-back shrub/ perennial.  The leaves begin with a creamy yellow variegation along the margin, which quickly changes to a pure white edge as maturation occurs.  The deep green interior of the leaf make the foliar characteristics even more stunning.  Because of its high resistance to leaf burn, this plant is in good order for its fall display.  Blue, peculiarly shaped flowers begin to open in September and generally last for about 4 weeks.  The created common name is due to the flower’s close resemblance to Clerodendrum flowers.  Some botanists actually place this plant in that genus.  Please do not let your children plant this selection since its foliage reeks of a terrible stench, of which has been described as reminiscent of cat urine.  Ben's daughter may never touch another plant after taking stem cuttings of this fetid beauty.