Ceanothus pallidus 'Marie Simon' - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The Californian lilac 'Marie Simon' (Ceanothus pallidus) is a bushy, branched shrub that produces pink-coloured flowers. They appear from July to October. These produce black-red fruits. The Californian lilac 'Marie Simon' also has lanceolate, medium green leaves. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1.5 metres and grows to around 1.2 metres wide.

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

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Californian lilac 'Marie Simon' are medium green, lanceolate.

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

Growth
Californian lilac 'Marie Simon' is a bushy and branching 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, sheltered position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, 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 July to October.

Use
Tub, solitary, rock garden, bee pasture