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    Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens

    Also Known As

    • Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Repens'
    • Repens California Lilac

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 60"-96"

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

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    Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens plant details

    Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens is a low-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: rhamnaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 60 IN - 96 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring
    Uses: native plant, spreading, xeric, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This tough evergreen ground cover, 1' tall x 8' wide, has bright yellow-green stems and light blue flowers in late spring. It rebounded well from single digit temperatures here. Minimum temperature: 10°F

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens plant

    How to Grow Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • seaside / salt tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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