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Ceanothus x veitchianus

Also Known As

  • Ceanothus veitchianus
  • Veitch's Blue Blossom

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Ceanothus x veitchianus plant details

Ceanothus x veitchianus 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 regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus x veitchianus

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus x veitchianus

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For hardiness, freedom of flowering and richness of colour, this shrub well merits its popularity; this large evergreen shrub features rich deep-blue flowers in early summer. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Ceanothus x veitchianus plant

How to Grow Ceanothus x veitchianus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

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

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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