Ceanothus ‘Burkwoodii’

Description

Ceanothus Burkwoodii is a very hardy, compact evergreen shrub that blooms rich lilac-blue flowers in very attractive rounded clusters. Also known as Californian Lilac, this flowering plant is definitely a show stopper. If your guests are particularly attracted to blue, this plant will profusely bloom such clouds of blue flowers, sure to captivate everyone.

Californian Lilac will thrive in full sunlight but in a sheltered spot. Protect the young plants from cold winds and water them regularly in the long dry weather. Their roots will prefer any moist but well-drained soil that is fertile.

Once established, these shrubs will grow hardy and drought tolerant. They will adapt to any dry soil and will thrive carefree. This fine evergreen shrub can be planted at the wall-side borders in city or courtyard gardens.

About the leaves of Californian Lilac, they bring a year-round interest to the garden. Their glossy, ovate deep-green leaves with hairy undersides will ensure your garden feels full of life even during the winter months.

These medium-sized evergreen plants will grow to a height of 1.5 metres, provided the optimum growing conditions are met.

Californian Lilac is a very vivacious flowering shrub. It nurtures fluffy-rounded clusters of rich blue colours that will attract bees and attention to your garden.