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Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet'

Also Known As

  • Ceanothus 'Valley Violet'
  • Santa Barbara Ceanothus

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet' plant details

Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees 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, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: native plant, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clusters of small blue-purple flowers smother this drought tolerant plant each spring. Small, leathery leaves are a blue-green. Introduced by the U.C. Davis Arboretum in the "Arboretum All-Stars" program.

Gardening facts about Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet'

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Texture

    • glossy
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