Ceanothus 'Lakeblue'

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

H: 2"-6"
W: 48"-60"

planting zones

8a-11

Ceanothus 'Lakeblue' plant details

Ceanothus 'Lakeblue' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter 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 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 'Lakeblue'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 48 IN - 60 IN - wide, 2 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus 'Lakeblue'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. This natural hybrid -- Ceanothus foliosus probably with C. diversifolius -- grows to only 2-3" tall but spreads to 4-5' wide, creating a superb small-scale groundcover or spiller over walls or containers with its ever-so-slightly furry, soft green leaves, to about 1/2", and cheery blue flowers in late winter through spring, often again in autumn. Best with good drainage in partial shade to full sun in areas with limited summer water. Frost hardy to at least 10 °F, USDA zone 8.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Ceanothus 'Lakeblue' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus 'Lakeblue'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - 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