Ceanothus impressus Nipomensis

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Ceanothus, Arroyo Grande Lilac

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: GardenSoft

 

Description

Arroyo Grande Lilac is a shrub hs blue flower that bloom profusely in the spring . 'Skylark' grows to 8' tall and wide. This shrub attracts butterflies, hummingbirds and beneficial insects.

 

This plant is on the City of Ashland’s Prohibited Plant List and should only be planted if it is at least 30 feet away from any structure. Prohibited Flammable Plants List Questions? Contact Firewise staff at 541-482-2770.

 

If this plant only grows to 3-6 feet at maturity, then it is allowed between 5-30ft from a building.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

Blue

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

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, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

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:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.