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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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Gardening facts about Ceanothus x lorenzenii plant
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
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Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 10'-30'
Width: 8'-15'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 7'-12'
Width: 7'-12'
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 36"-72"
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5b-10b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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