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Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Skylark'

Blue Blossom Ceanothus

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

The Blue Blossom Ceanothus is a shrub that has dark blue flower clusters that bloom profusely in the spring . 'Skylark' grows to 5' tall and wide. This shrub attracts butterflies, hummingbirds and beneficial insects. Evergreen foliage is dark green and shiny, densely covering the plant. 'Skylark' tolerates heat better than other cultivars. It is drought tolerant once it's established. It prefers full sun to partial shade.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.