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    Ceanothus El Dorado

    Scientific Name: Ceanothus 'Perado'

    Also Known As

    • Ceanothus 'El Dorado'
    • El Dorado California Lilac

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-10'
    • W: 6'-10'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

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    Ceanothus El Dorado plant details

    Ceanothus El Dorado is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - 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 seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus El Dorado

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: rhamnaceae
    Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
    Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring
    Uses: fragrant, hedge, xeric

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus El Dorado

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Leaves brightly, irregularly edged with lime-chartreuse-yellow are an amazing compliment to the masses of medium-blue early summer flowers. This fine drought-resistant plant makes an 8' rounded shrub which is perfect for hedge or accent; this is a good choice for coastal settings. S/M/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    A lovely variegated form of thyrsiflorus, we doubt it will prove hardy here but should be great in warmer climates.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Another wonderful variegated selection, 'El Dorado' shines with large dark green leaves splashed boldly with vivid yellow. In springtime the rich blue blossoms contrast brilliantly with the year-round foliage. Mature specimens grow to 8' with an equal spread. A bold choice for sophisticated gardens. Hardy to 10F.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Ceanothus El Dorado plant

    How to Grow Ceanothus El Dorado

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

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

    • Special Situation

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

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • gold
      • chartreuse
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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