Common Name:
Californian Lilac
Description:
A hardy spreading shrub that is wider than high.
Flower:
Masses of small blue ‘pom- pom’ like flowers cover the shrub in summer.
Size:
1.2m x 2m
Growing Conditions:
Ceanothus are found on rocky, exposed cliffs so can be considered hardy. They like a sunny spot in well draining soil.
Care:
Ceanothus needs little in the way of special care but response well to a regular prune. This keeps them tidy and in a good shape.
Uses:
- Useful plant for hot and dry banks.
- A nice filler shrub for summer colour.
- Colourful addition for mixed gardens.
Comments:
‘Yankee Point’ is a neat shrub that is colourful and very hardy. While it is more of a shrub it makes a useful groundcover for exposed banks etc. Combine it with any of the suggestions below for an easy care and colourful planting.