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Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Oregon Missed'
Also Known As
- California Lilac
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 10'-20'
- W: 3'-8'
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Oregon Missed' plant details
Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Oregon Missed' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree 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 - dappled shade 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 thyrsiflorus 'Oregon Missed'
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: rhamnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring
- Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Oregon Missed'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- 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
By: Cistus Nursery
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Gardening facts about Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Oregon Missed' plant
How to Grow Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Oregon Missed'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
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
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
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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
aka Hoary Leafed Ceanothus
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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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Pinemat
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 36"-72"
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Desert Ceanothus
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5b-10b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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