Ceanothus cyaneus

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Ceanothus cyaneus

San Diego Mountain Lilac

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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

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.