Ceanothus 'Julia Phelps' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Californian lilac 'Julia Phelps' (Ceanothus) is a bushy garden plant that produces blue-violet flowers. These appear from May to June. The Californian lilac 'Julia Phelps' also has ovate, medium-green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shaded position with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2.1 m and spreads to approx. 2.1 m.

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

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Californian lilac 'Julia Phelps' are medium green, ovoid.

Growth
Californian lilac 'Julia Phelps' is round in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady 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-violet flowers appear from May to June.

Use
Tub, solitary, rock garden, bee pasture