Ceanothus pallidus 'Marie Rose' - 60-70 CM C10

Description
The Californian lilac 'Marie Rose' (Ceanothus pallidus) is a bushy, compact shrub that produces pink-coloured flowers. They appear from June to July. The Californian lilac 'Marie Rose' also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1.5 metres and grows to a width of around 1.2 metres.

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

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Californian lilac 'Marie Rose' are dark green, lanceolate.

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

Growth
Californian lilac 'Marie Rose' is a bushy and compact growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1 - 1.5 m and is approx. 0.8 - 1.2 m wide. It usually grows 40 - 60 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 pink-coloured flowers appear from June to July.

Use
Tub, solitary, rock garden, bee pasture

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