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Ceanothus arboreus
Also Known As
- Feltleaf Ceanothus
- Island Mountain Lilac
- Tree Lilac
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 10'-30'
- W: 8'-15'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Ceanothus arboreus plant details
Ceanothus arboreus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and winter blue flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus arboreus
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: rhamnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus arboreus
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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How to Grow Ceanothus arboreus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
Fruit
- black
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Ceanothus for your garden
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
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
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
aka California Lilac, Carmel Ceanothus, Carmel Creeper
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 6'-7'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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