Ceanothus 'Cielo Blue'

Also Known As

Ceanothus x 'Cielo Blue'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

7a-10b

Ceanothus 'Cielo Blue' plant details

Ceanothus 'Cielo Blue' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus 'Cielo Blue'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: floriferous, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus 'Cielo Blue'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus nursery introduction; this cross between our coastal native C. thyrsiflorus and C. caeruleus from NE. Mexico has the ease of cultivation of both parents with the addition of more summer water tolerance. Quarter inch leaves on fine textured shrubs 3-4 feet eventually to 5, with soft blue flowers mid to late spring and often again in autumn. Bright light, well drained soil USDA zone 7. Excellent planted as a low hedge.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Ceanothus 'Cielo Blue' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus 'Cielo Blue'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant