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Ceanothus 'Dark Star'

California Lilac

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Information by: Tom Deyerle        Photographer:

 

Description

Dark Star Ceanothus grows to 6' tall and 8' wide, producing small, rounded clusters of dark blue flowers from light burgundy buds that appear in spring. Its habit is compact, with small, dark green, dimpled leaves growing to only 1/2" long. This shrub does best in full sun in coastal areas with well draining soil. It needs very little water once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Ranch, Seascape, Wetlands, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.