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Ceanothus x lorenzenii
Also Known As
- Ceanothus glaber
- Ceanothus velutinus var. lorenzenii
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 5'-8'
- W: 5'-8'
planting zones
- 6b-10b
Ceanothus x lorenzenii plant details
Ceanothus x lorenzenii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features glaucous and glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds 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 average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus x lorenzenii
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rhamnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: fragrant, native plant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus x lorenzenii
- USDA Zones: 6b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Ceanothus x lorenzenii
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- 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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