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Ceanothus ophiochilus
Also Known As
- Vail Lake Ceanothus
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 5'-7'
- W: 5'-7'
planting zones
- 9a-12
Ceanothus ophiochilus plant details
Ceanothus ophiochilus is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer blue, pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus ophiochilus
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rhamnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue, pink and white blooms in summer
- Uses: endangered
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus ophiochilus
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Ceanothus ophiochilus plant
How to Grow Ceanothus ophiochilus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- pink
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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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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