Ceanothus arboreus Evergreen shrub - $10.50

Hidden Mansion Nursery
Hidden Mansion Nursery

Evergreen shrub

Ceanothus arboreus

Ceanothus arboreus 'Powder Blue' - Island Ceanothus
A large growing shrub to possibly 12-16 feet tall and as wide with 1 1/2 to 3 inch long leaves and an abundance of pale blue flowers held in tear drop shaped inflorescence. The stems have a somewhat tiered habit which is also very attractive. Plant in full sun to light shade. Hardy to 15° F. Selected by Carol Bornstein, the Director of Horticulture for the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden in 1991 from an atypically low-growing individual on Santa Cruz Island. It was hoped that this selection would retain this small size however the plant in the garden has attained the same general proportions as the species. The largest plant known in cultivation is 9 feet tall by 15 feet wide. This plant has a voluntary royalty that has been paid by participating nurseries to support the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.

Habit and Cultural Information
Category: Shrub
Family: Rhamnaceae (Buckthorns)
Origin: California (U.S.A.)
Evergreen: Yes
Flower Color: Blue
Bloomtime: Spring
Height: 12-16 feet
Width: 10-15 feet
Exposure: Full Sun
Drought Tolerant: Yes
Irrigation Req.: Low Water Needs
Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F

Hidden Mansion Nursery
818-293-0000
8455 La Tuna Canyon Road
Sun Valley , CA 91352 US
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