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Ceanothus cyaneus
Also Known As
- Lakeside Ceanothus
- San Diego Buckbrush
- San Diego Mountain Lilac
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 10'-15'
- W: 8'-12'
planting zones
- 8b-10b
Ceanothus cyaneus plant details
Ceanothus cyaneus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus cyaneus
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rhamnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus cyaneus
- USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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How to Grow Ceanothus cyaneus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
8a-10a
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 4'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Ceanothus 'Minmadore'
aka Ceanothus Marie Gold®, Marie Gold Ceanothus
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Lemon Ice Ceanothus
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Red Stem Ceanothus
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5b-9b
Size
Height: 3'-12'
Width: 3'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Sandscrub Ceanothus
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-5'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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