Ceanothus gloriosus 'Heart's Desire'

Also Known As

Heart's Desire California Lilac

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 60"-72"

planting zones

7a-11

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Ceanothus gloriosus 'Heart's Desire' plant details

Ceanothus gloriosus 'Heart's Desire' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade 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 gloriosus 'Heart's Desire'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 60 IN - 72 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus gloriosus 'Heart's Desire'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Violet flowers appear March to April on this drought-tolerant dense ground cover 1' T x 5' W, with fine-textured, toothed leaves. This is a selection of Point Reyes Ceanothus, and coming from a coastal area, it wants cool sun, or, inland, part shade. Evergreen. Minimum temperature: 5°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Less than 1' tall and widespreading with small bronze-highlighted leaves and pale blue flowers. Exceptional ground cover for coastal gardens. Hardy to 15 °F.

By: Native Sons

Gardening facts about Ceanothus gloriosus 'Heart's Desire' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus gloriosus 'Heart's Desire'

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
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