Logee's Witches Hat
Best choice for gardeners seeking vibrant winter color and easy maintenance.
This South African shrub is the ultimate antidote to winter garden fatigue, offering electric cobalt blooms that persist from fall through spring. You trade a bit of post-bloom pruning for a high-impact, heart-shaped foliage display that reliably delivers color when everything else is dormant.
$14.95
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Logees Greenhouses Ltd
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking rare, vibrant indigo color for their landscape
- Conservationists looking to support local bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
- Homeowners wanting late-season color after other plants have faded
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in cooler climates wanting low-maintenance, year-round outdoor plants
- Urban gardeners with limited space or those avoiding frequent pruning
- Indoor plant owners concerned about managing common pest infestations
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Reliable flowering from fall through spring provides exceptional seasonal color.
Visual Impact
The unique cobalt blue clusters create a striking focal point.
Maintenance Ease
Simple pruning requirements make this shrub manageable for most gardeners.
Establishment Speed
First-year blooming ensures immediate gratification for new landscape projects.
Climate Versatility
Strict hardiness requirements limit outdoor success to warmer regional zones.
Foliage Quality
Glossy, heart-shaped leaves maintain aesthetic appeal even when not blooming.
Key Specs
Pot Size
2.5"
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Fall, Spring, Winter
Hardiness Zone
USDA Zone 9
Minimum Indoor Temperatures
50°F
Grows To
2-3' height
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