Ceanothus, commonly known as Californian Lilac, are prized for their clouds of blue spring flowers, glossy evergreen foliage & dependable, low-maintenance nature.
You can choose from three distinctive varieties: Ceanothus ‘Blue Mound’ – a compact, rounded shrub packed with bright blue blossom, Ceanothus ‘Repens’ – a low, spreading, ground-hugging form with soft sky-blue flowers, or Ceanothus ‘Puget Blue’ – a tall, architectural cultivar with deep indigo-blue panicles.
All three varieties are pollinator-friendly evergreens that burst into bloom from late spring into early summer, often giving a light repeat flush in autumn. Their glossy, dark green foliage stays attractive year-round, providing structure in borders, beds, wall-side plantings, cottage-style gardens & coastal landscapes. Depending on your chosen cultivar, mature sizes range from 0.9m to 3m tall × 2–4m wide, allowing you to select the perfect fit—from ground cover to bold architectural shrub.
Each plant is supplied as a healthy, fresh & fully established 2L rootball in its nursery pot, professionally grown in premium peat-free compost for strong root development & quick establishment. These garden-ready shrubs arrive vigorous, well-branched & ready to plant immediately. Naturally drought-tolerant once established & thriving in sunny, sheltered spots, Ceanothus are ideal for both novice gardeners & experienced landscapers seeking easy-care shrubs with spectacular blue spring colour.
Cultural Information:
- Common Names: Californian Lilac, Blue Blossom, Mountain Lilac
- Fully Grown Height & Spread: 0.9m to 3m tall × 2–4m wide,
- Growth Habit: Rounded mound, creeping groundcover, or upright architectural shrub (depending on variety)
- Perfect for: Mixed Borders, Flower Beds, Wall-Side Plantings, Coastal Gardens, Cottage Gardens
- Flowering Time: Late Spring–Early Summer (with light autumn repeat)
- Planting Position: Full Sun, Sheltered Site
- Soil: Well-Drained
- Attracts: Bees & Butterflies
- Type: Hardy Evergreen Shrub
- Foliage: Glossy Dark or Mid-Green