Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar'

Also Known As

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Zanzibar'
Variegated California Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 5'-8'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar' plant details

Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated 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 occasional - 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 heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, hedge, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Glossy, dark-green, evergreen foliage is irregularly edged with brilliant-gold, an absolutely stunning color combination with the pretty, sky-blue, fragrant spring flowers; a very tough beauty, this 6-8' shrub is drought tolerant and deer resistant; also very attractive to bees and butterflies. S/M/GDr PP BR6707

By: Forestfarm

Striking foliage -- dark green leaf centers with irregular lime-green edge variegation. When its light, sky-blue flowers bloom in spring, the combination will take your breath away. Absolutely exhilarating! Evergreen; loved by bees and butterflies;

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Garden photo gallery of Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar'

Photo of Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar' flower, foliage by Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus 'Pershore Zanzibar'

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