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Ceanothus arboreus 'Owlswood Blue'

Also Known As

  • Owlswood Blue California Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Ceanothus arboreus 'Owlswood Blue' plant details

Ceanothus arboreus 'Owlswood Blue' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, 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, lean 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 arboreus 'Owlswood Blue'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus arboreus 'Owlswood Blue'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Ceanothus arboreus 'Owlswood Blue' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus arboreus 'Owlswood Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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