Ceanothus 'Skylark'

Also Known As

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Skylark'
Skylark California Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-7'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Ceanothus 'Skylark' plant details

Ceanothus 'Skylark' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - 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, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus 'Skylark'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus 'Skylark'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Profuse dark-blue flowers cover this shrub (to 3-6' tall x 5' wide) in early summer and added bonus (as if one was needed!): this tolerates summer water better than most Ceanothus?better prospect for eastern gardens. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Featuring emerald green, leathery leaves and dark blue flower clusters in June, July and August, it will tolerate summer water and heavier soils. This cultivar grows 3-6' tall and spreads to 6' wide. Rugged and dependable in both heat and cold, but not tolerant of heat and drought conditions when used in warmer inland regions of Southern California. Hardy to 10F. California.

By: Native Sons

Dark green shiny evergreen leaves on 7' x 7' shrub with dark blue flowers over a long season.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Garden photo gallery of Ceanothus 'Skylark'

Photo of Ceanothus 'Skylark' flower by Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Ceanothus 'Skylark' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus 'Skylark'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant