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Ceanothus papillosus 'Roweanus'
Erect rounded evergreen shrub with dense, arching stems holding narrow dark green leaves. Abundant dense heads of red-purple buds open to dark blue flowers clusters in spring. contrast with the dark foliage. Hardy for most conditions, prefers sun and free draining soil, though will tolerate some shade. Good for coastal sites. Annual pruning best to maintain shape.
Genus
Ceanothus
Species
papillosus
Cultivar
'Roweanus'
Common name
Californian lilac
Family name
Rhamnaceae
Place of origin
North American
DETAILS
Height
2 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Frost hardy / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
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