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Ceanothus 'Tassajara Blue'

Also Known As

  • Tassajara Blue California Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-8'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Ceanothus 'Tassajara Blue' plant details

Ceanothus 'Tassajara Blue' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects 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 'Tassajara Blue'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus 'Tassajara Blue'

USDA Zones: 8b - 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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hybrid California Lilac with glossy deep green leaves, blue flowers in late spring to early summer. Makes a great hedge plant.

Gardening facts about Ceanothus 'Tassajara Blue' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus 'Tassajara 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
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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