Ceanothus impressus - 30-40 CM C3

Description
The Santa Barbara ceanothus (Ceanothus impressus) is a bushy shrub that produces dark blue flowers arranged in panicles. These appear from May to July. The Santa Barbara ceanothus also has dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shaded, sheltered position with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1 m and spreads to around 80 cm.

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

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Santa Barbara ceanothus are dark green.

Frost hardiness
The Santa Barbara ceanothus has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Santa Barbara ceanothus is a bushy shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.8–1 m and spreads to a width of approx. 60–80 cm. It generally grows 30–40 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected 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 of Santa Barbara ceanothus appear in panicles from May to July.

Use
Tub, solitary, rock garden, bee pasture