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    Ceanothus griseus 'Kurt Zadnik'

    Also Known As

    • Kurt Zadnik California Lilac

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 8'-15'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Ceanothus griseus 'Kurt Zadnik' plant details

    Ceanothus griseus 'Kurt Zadnik' is a broadleaf evergreen 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 - dappled 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 griseus 'Kurt Zadnik'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: rhamnaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, hedge, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus griseus 'Kurt Zadnik'

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled 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

    Perhaps Parker’s favorite ceanothus (‘Concha' a close second) for its graceful arching form, and the best blue in his opinion, A Roger Raiche selection from UCBG, named for his colleague. A spreading form, to 4-6 ft tall x 10-12 ft wide for full sun, well-drained soil, and little summer water. Cold hardy to USDA zone 8b. Rhamnaceae

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Perhaps the darkest flowering Ceanothus we carry, with almost black flower buds highlighted by silvery bracts. Selected from the Sonoma County coast near Horseshoe Cove, it grows to 3' tall with a wide spread, to 15' or more. The dark flowers combined with the rich green foliage give 'Kurt Zadnik' a distinctive brooding appearance. Tolerant of coastal conditions, it has proven successful in Southern California gardens. Hardy to 15F.

    By: Native Sons

    Cultivated in Berkeley at the UC Botanic Garden from a plant found in Sonoma. A prolific bloomer with rich dark blue flowers. Edible seeds are favored by native mockingbirds and others.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Gardening facts about Ceanothus griseus 'Kurt Zadnik' plant

    How to Grow Ceanothus griseus 'Kurt Zadnik'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled 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

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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