Ceanothus pallidus 'Marie Bleu' - 50-60 CM C10

Description
The Californian lilac 'Marie Bleu' (Ceanothus pallidus) is a bushy, compact small shrub that produces blue flowers. They appear from June to August. The Californian lilac 'Marie Bleu' also has lanceolate, medium green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and grows to a width of approx. 60 cm.

Bulletpoints
* red shoots * the blossoms are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * suitable for containers

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Californian lilac 'Marie Bleu' are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Californian lilac 'Marie Bleu' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Californian lilac 'Marie Bleu' is a bushy and compact small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 60 - 80 cm and is approx. 40 - 60 cm wide. It usually grows 30 - 40 cm per year.

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 from June to August.

Use
Tub, solitary, rock garden, bee pasture

Shoots
The shoots of Ceanothus pallidus 'Marie Bleu' are red.