- PURPLE FOLIAGE - The first to have purple-bronze, evergreen foliage. It flowers prolifically in late summer and early autumn, producing clusters of powder blue flowers, which tone beautifully with the foliage.
- HARDY VARIETY - It is hardier than many of the other ceanothus, but ideally should have the protection of a south-facing wall. It will also make a showy, informal hedge in a sheltered position.
- EVENTUAL HEIGHT - Grows to around 3m in height with a similar spread so perfect for screening or the backs of borders.
Plant genus Ceanothus
Common Name Californian Lilac
Plant type Hedging Plant, Shrubs
Foliage type Deciduous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Blue
Leaf colour Purple, Bronze
Growth Rate Fast
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Geranium, Hellebore, Ferns
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water regularly after planting until the roots are established. Once settled in, the plant is relatively drought tolerant and usually only needs extra water during prolonged dry spells. Plants grown in containers will need more frequent watering than those growing in the ground.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
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Rare Variety of Ceanothus Bush - Californian Lilac
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- PURPLE FOLIAGE - The first to have purple-bronze, evergreen foliage. It flowers prolifically in late summer and early autumn, producing clusters of powder blue flowers, which tone beautifully with the foliage.
- HARDY VARIETY - It is hardier than many of the other ceanothus, but ideally should have the protection of a south-facing wall. It will also make a showy, informal hedge in a sheltered position.
- EVENTUAL HEIGHT - Grows to around 3m in height with a similar spread so perfect for screening or the backs of borders.
Plant genus Ceanothus
Common Name Californian Lilac
Plant type Hedging Plant, Shrubs
Foliage type Deciduous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Blue
Leaf colour Purple, Bronze
Growth Rate Fast
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Geranium, Hellebore, Ferns
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water regularly after planting until the roots are established. Once settled in, the plant is relatively drought tolerant and usually only needs extra water during prolonged dry spells. Plants grown in containers will need more frequent watering than those growing in the ground.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
Christmas Tree Delivery
FREE on all Pot Grown Trees (2.5ft & over)
*Mainland UK only
*Northern Ireland delivery unavailable
Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Evri
£4.99 on orders under £40
FREE on orders over £40
*Mainland UK only
Next Working Day Delivery - Evri
£6.99 on orders under £70
FREE on orders over £70
Order by 1pm Mon-Fri
Premium Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Royal Mail
For customers who prefer an alternative carrier, Royal Mail is offered as a premium alternative to our standard Evri service.
£7.99 on all orders
Premium Next Working Day Delivery - Royal Mail
£8.99 on all orders
*Mainland UK only
Northern Ireland & Islands Delivery (2-5 working days)
£6.99 on all orders
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Key Features
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