Ceanothus cuneatus 'Sierra Mt. Lilac'

Also Known As

Sierra Mt. Lilac Sierra Buckbrush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-7'
W: 6'-7'

planting zones

7a-10b

Ceanothus cuneatus 'Sierra Mt. Lilac' plant details

Ceanothus cuneatus 'Sierra Mt. Lilac' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and 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 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 cuneatus 'Sierra Mt. Lilac'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 7 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus cuneatus 'Sierra Mt. Lilac'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A chaparral component from Baja to western Oregon, this rugged species actually looks quite lovely all year round and is covered with fragrant sky-blue flowers in mid-spring. Evergreen and shrubby, growing to 7' tall and wide quickly. Great for places with summer drought in full sun where there is very good drainage. Very cold hardy to 0 °F , USDA zone 7 or even colder.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Ceanothus cuneatus 'Sierra Mt. Lilac' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus cuneatus 'Sierra Mt. Lilac'

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