Ceanothus 'Autumnal Blue' (California Lilac)
California Lilac 'Autumnal Blue', Ceanothus arboreus 'Autumnal Blue'
Fast-growing, award-winner Ceanothus 'Autumnal Blue' (California Lilac) is a bushy, medium-sized evergreen shrub noted for its abundant, fluffy clusters of sky-blue flowers in late summer and early fall. The flowers are so profuse that they literally cover the bush, creating a breathtaking floral display. Featuring a strong, upright habit, this very pretty California Lilac is clad with small, glossy, bright green leaves. Usually ignored by deer, this pretty shrub is prized by birds, butterflies and hummingbirds. A great California Lilac selection for the late season garden.
- Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 10 ft. tall and wide (300 cm).
- Thrives in average, well-drained soils in full sun. Provide a sheltered position. Although hardy, this California lilac produces the most spectacular display if given a sheltered site with protection from cold winds. Requires little or no water in summer. Drought tolerant.
- Excellent plant for sunny areas, ideal as a specimen plant, wall-side borders.
- Easy to grow, this plant is difficult to transplant once established.
- Prune after flowering.
- Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
- Watch for scale insects, honey fungus and Phytophthora root disease.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 10 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Ceanothus - California Lilac |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
Height | 10' (3m) |
Spread | 10' (3m) |
Spacing | 120" (300cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 8
– 10 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 8
– 9 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Ceanothus - California Lilac |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Late) Fall |
Height | 10' (3m) |
Spread | 10' (3m) |
Spacing | 120" (300cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
Great Plant Combination Ideas with Ceanothus - California Lilac