Ceanothus x pallidus Marie Bleu®

Scientific Name: Ceanothus x pallidus 'Minmari'

Also Known As

Ceanothus 'Marie Bleu'
Ceanothus Minmari Marie Bleu
Marie Bleu California Lilac
Marie Bleu New Jersey Tea

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6b-9b

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Ceanothus x pallidus Marie Bleu® plant details

Ceanothus x pallidus Marie Bleu® is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus x pallidus Marie Bleu®

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus x pallidus Marie Bleu®

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This outstanding low (to 2-3' tall x 3-4' wide) mounder is covered with rich misty-blue flowers in late spring followed by attractive red seed heads; not for areas of high heat and humidity. S/M-D/GDr PPAF

By: Forestfarm

Compact, dense, semi-evergreen shrub preferring soils with good drainage. Loads of misty, blue flower heads form in late spring and form attractive red seed heads in late summer. Great addition to mixed borders.