Ceanothus griseus 'Louis Edmunds'

Also Known As

Ceanothus griseus 'Louis Edmonds'
Ceanothus thyrsiflorus rep. 'Louis Edmunds'
Louis Edmonds California Lilac
Louis Edmunds Dwarf Blueblossom

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

7a-10a

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Ceanothus griseus 'Louis Edmunds' plant details

Ceanothus griseus 'Louis Edmunds' 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 - 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 'Louis Edmunds'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: dwarf, fragrant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus griseus 'Louis Edmunds'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
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

Low-growing selection with a clean, spreading appearance. Plant this in well-drained soils where it has room to spread, and then stand back to admire the dark, glossy green foliage accented by violet-blue springtime flowers. Mature plants reach 3-4' tall and 12-15' wide with moderate water. Hardy to 10F.

By: Native Sons

Small glossy green leaves, medium blue flower clusters. Hardy to 25 °F, occasional down to 20 ºF.

By: Cactus Jungle

Heavy soil and water can spell death for most Ceanothus, but this handsome glossy-green mounder (to 3-4' high x 12-15' wide) is somewhat more tolerant and very free with its lovely sky-blue flowers, as well!. Sun/Med-Dry/GdDrain

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Ceanothus griseus 'Louis Edmunds' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus griseus 'Louis Edmunds'

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