www.vibrantearth.co.nz
Search for a plant  

> Ceanothus impressus - Californian Lilac

Side Heading

side text

Ceanothus impressus


Ceanothus impressus

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Upright spreading evergreen shrub with dense, arching stems holding wrinkled dark green leaves. Clusters of abundant cobalt-blue flowers in spring contrast with the dark foliage. The flowers are followed by russet-red seedpods. Hardy for most conditions, prefers sun and free draining soil. Good for coastal sites.

 
Genus
Ceanothus
Species   impressus
Cultivar  

Common name
Californian Lilac

Family name
Rhamnaceae
Place of origin
North American


DETAILS
Height
1.5 m
Width
1.5 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 / Tolerates exposed sites.

Nourishment / Texture / Whimsical

Shrubs

Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
We have this currently available in a PB 6.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
Where to buy our plants




 

Plant List | Enquiries | Forum | Where to Find our Plants | Glossary | About Us
Copyright Vibrant Earth 2015o9 | Design by Chocolate Dog | Build by KingGrapes | Database by Hortbase

Copyright Vibrant Earth 2012 | Design by Chocolate Dog | Build by KingGrapes | Database by Hortbase