Ceanothus 'Blue Sapphire'

Also Known As

Blue Sapphire California Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

8a-10b

Ceanothus 'Blue Sapphire' plant details

Ceanothus 'Blue Sapphire' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. 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 'Blue Sapphire'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus 'Blue Sapphire'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A new entry into the spectrum of California lilics, this low-growing shrub, with arching branches and, in spring, deep and brilliant blue flowers against dark foliage background, is the perfect plant for a border or a bank. Evergreen, to around 3' tall x 5' wide, plants are drought tolerant though willing to accept summer water where the drainage is good. Bright sun enhances the already fabulous foliage and flower colors. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8.

By: Cistus Nursery

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Gardening facts about Ceanothus 'Blue Sapphire' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus 'Blue Sapphire'

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