Ceanothus Arboreus 'Trewithen Blue' - Californian Lilac: Information and Pictures from Plant Encyclopedia

Ceanothus Arboreus 'Trewithen Blue' - Californian Lilac
Type	Shrub, Container-friendly, Evergreen
Size	Large Border (1 to 3m height)
Form	Rounded - Bush
Colours	Lime green Foliage, Dark blue Flowers (Summer)
Care	Some maintenance required
Hardiness	Frost hardy
Growth	Fast growing

This larger upright growing Ceanothus is a dense growing evergreen shrub that bears masses of tight clusters of dark blue flowers in spring / early summer. Dense dark green foliage is attractive all Year round. Good for wall training. 2m tall x 3m

Cultivation tips: Ceanothus will tolerate a wide range of low fertility soil types just as long as they are well drained. For best results plant in a warm sheltered spot in full sun; make best use of this tough plant by using it in hot dry problem spots where it will flourish in the poorest of soils, including chalk. Ceanothus do not appreciate the cold or shade. Prune lightly to shape in early Spring.