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Ceanothus foliosus 'Berryhill'

Also Known As

  • Berryhill Wavyleaf Ceanothus

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Ceanothus foliosus 'Berryhill' plant details

Ceanothus foliosus 'Berryhill' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds 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 acidic, 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 foliosus 'Berryhill'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus foliosus 'Berryhill'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A small ceanothus cultivar, introduced by Suncrest Nursery, this mounding, evergreen shrub might reach 2-3' in time with the tiniest of glossy green leaves and brilliant blue flowers in spring. Can take a bit of summer water and a slightly heavy soil, but well-drained is best in full sun to part shade. Hardy to bottom of USDA zone 8, perhaps upper zone 7.

Gardening facts about Ceanothus foliosus 'Berryhill' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus foliosus 'Berryhill'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green

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