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Ceanothus sp. [SBH 9172b]

Also Known As

  • California Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Ceanothus sp. [SBH 9172b] plant details

Ceanothus sp. [SBH 9172b] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus sp. [SBH 9172b]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus sp. [SBH 9172b]

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

Gardening facts about Ceanothus sp. [SBH 9172b] plant

How to Grow Ceanothus sp. [SBH 9172b]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

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

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 10'-30'

Width: 8'-15'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 7'-12'

Width: 7'-12'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Lakeside Ceanothus, San Diego Buckbrush, San Diego Mountain Lilac

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8b-10b

Size

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 8'-12'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Pinemat

Plant Type

Shrub, Groundcover

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 4"-12"

Width: 36"-72"

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5b-10b

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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