Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Skylark'

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Ceanothus, CA Lilac Blue Blossom

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

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.

 

This plant is on the City of Ashland’s Prohibited Plant List and should only be planted if it is at least 5 feet away from any structure. Prohibited Flammable Plants List Use caution when planting and follow tree and shrub spacing guidelines as outlined in the General Fuel Modification Area Standards found in Ashland’s Municipal Code, Chapter 18.3.10.100 https://ashland.municipal.codes/LandUse/18.3.10.100 Questions? Contact Firewise staff at 541-482-2770.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

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

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

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