Ceanothus Blue Pacific – Californian Lilac

Ceanothus papillosus ‘Blue Pacific’ – Californian lilac

DESCRIPTION:  Hardy fast-growing shrub with deep blue fluffy flowers from late spring to autumn, and small neat emerald-green leaves.
USE IN: informal hedging, feature shrub. Can withstand coastal salt winds. Potentially fire retardant so can be planted as a firebreak.
LOCATION: Plant in any well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Should come through a light frost once established.
CARE:  Mulch and water regularly until the plant is established, usually around 12 weeks, and during extended hot and dry periods. Prune after flowering to maintain the dense growth, shape the plant, and encourage new flowering shoots. Apply a slow release fertiliser during spring.
HEIGHT & WIDTH:  3 m H x 3 m W.
YOUR PLANTS: These are tubestock plants, young healthy plants with new roots that will establish quickly in your garden. The pot size is 80 mm x 42 mm wide.