Ceanothus gris. 'Yankee Point' - 90 CM STEM C10

Description
The Carmel ceanothus 'Yankee Point'® (Ceanothus griseus) is a bushy, broad shrub that produces blue flowers. They appear in April. The Carmel ceanothus 'Yankee Point'® also has lanceolate, medium green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2.2 metres and grows to a width of approx. 2.5 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. griseus.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Carmel ceanothus 'Yankee Point'® are medium green, lanceolate.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Carmel ceanothus 'Yankee Point'® is a bushy and broad-growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.8 - 2.2 m and is approx. 1.8 - 2.5 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny 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 blue flowers appear in April.

Use
Container, solitary, group planting, winter garden