Ceanothus 'Edinburgh' - P9

Description
The Californian lilac 'Edinburgh' (Ceanothus) is a bushy, compact garden plant that produces dark blue flowers. They appear from May to July. The Californian lilac 'Edinburgh' also has medium green leaves. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1.5 metres and grows to around 1.5 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Californian lilac 'Edinburgh' are medium green.

Frost hardiness
The Californian lilac 'Edinburgh' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Californian lilac 'Edinburgh' is bushy and compact in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The dark blue flowers appear from May to July.

Use
Tub, solitary, rock garden, bee pasture