Ceanothus cyaneus
San Diego Mountain Lilac
Description
San Diego Mountain Lilac is a tall California native shrub with thicker, more glossy green leaves and nice, showy cluster soft deep blue flowers.It has very large flowers for ceanothus and needs little or no watering after establishment. Has a reputatio
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Foundation, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Filler, Screen, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.