California Lilac. Spreading shrub with small toothed, glossy leaves, dark green above, grey-green-hairy beneath. Attractive dark blue flowers in dense panicles. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers March to April. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Ceanothus x veitchianus
Spreading shrub with small toothed, glossy leaves, dark green above, grey-green-hairy beneath. Attractive dark blue flowers in dense panicles.
Additional information
| Generic | Ceanothus |
|---|---|
| Species | x veitchianus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | California Lilac |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Spread | 3m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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