California Lilac. Prostrate, evergreen shrub with holly-like, leathery leaves, dark green above, grey-hairy beneath, with deep blue to purple flowers. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 3m to 4m. Flowers April to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ceanothus gloriosus
Prostrate, evergreen shrub with holly-like, leathery leaves, dark green above, grey-hairy beneath, with deep blue to purple flowers.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Ceanothus |
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Species | gloriosus |
Varietry | |
Common Name | California Lilac |
Flower Colour | blue, lilac |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 30cm |
Family | Rhamnaceae |
Spread | 3m, 4m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Prostrate |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, grey |
Flowers From | April, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | Sheltered site |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Ground cover |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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Maintenance | |
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