Ceanothus

Blue Carpet

aka Californian Lilac A hardy sun-loving ground cover with rich blue pin-cushion type flowers that literally cover the plant. Prefers a sunny site in soil with good drainage. Tolerates some coastal exposure. Trim after flowering to retain density. Evergreen. Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser. Flower colour: Blue. Habit: Groundcover. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

Blue Cushion

aka Californian Lilac This NZ cultivar of the popular 'Californian Lilac' is a fast growing spreading shrub useful for tumbling over walls or for using as a ground-cover. In spring masses of blue flower heads smother the bright green foliage. Likes a sunny well drained spot and protection from harsh frost. Evergreen. Prune after flowering to keep tidy. Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser. Flower colour: Blue / Lavender. Habit: Shrub. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

Blue Sapphire

aka California Lilac An attractive spreading evergreen shrub which features sparkling clusters of dark blue flowers in late spring. The shiny foliage turns a deeps ebony shade during winter, changing to dark chocolate-green during spring and summer. Quite hardy and tolerant of wind and cold. PVR 1334. This is a very useful shrub for cascading over walls and banks. Benefits from a trim every now and then (after flowering) to encourage healthy new growth. Very striking in full flower. Flower colour: Blue. Habit: Shrub. Leaves: Evergreen, Dark.

Blue Sapphire Std

aka California Lilac Std. An attractive evergreen shrub which features sparkling clusters of dark blue flowers in late spring. The shiny foliage turns a deeps ebony shade during winter, changing to dark chocolate-green during spring and summer. Quite hardy and tolerant of wind and cold. PVR 1334. Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser. Flower colour: Blue. Habit: Standard. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

Diamond Heights

This spreading prostrate evergreen produces tight clusters of powder-blue flowers. These contrast nicely with the small lime green leaves that are splashed a darker green. This plant needs a well drained warm site in full sun position. Once established it requires little attention other than a light pruning after flowering. Flower colour: Blue. Habit: Groundcover. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

Joyce Coulter

aka California Lilac Californian Lilac. Once Joyce gets settled in the garden she will spread herself around a bit as she grows wider than she is tall. Great plant for hot dry banks. Masses of bright blue blooms spring-summer. Likes the sun and good drainage and protection from harsh frost. Evergreen. Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser. Flower colour: Blue. Habit: Shrub. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

Mountain Haze

Mountain Haze is a ceanothus sp. cultivar. A hardy evergreen with small to medium, dark greek foliage with bright blue flowers emerging in spring and through summer. Best grown in a sunny position where soils are average to fertile and free-draining.

Roweanus

aka Californian Lilac When this evergreen shrub is in full flower in spring it is hard to see the foliage amongst the brilliant blue flower heads. Stunning. The foliage is dark green and has a neat and tidy habit. Likes the sun and protection from harsh wind and frost. Trim after flowering if required. Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser. Flower colour: Blue. Habit: Shrub. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

Snow Flurry

Snow Flurry is a ceanothus sp. cultivar. A fast growing, evergreen shrub with white flowers from spring and through summer. Plant in full sun where soils are well-drained, however, they will need shelter from strong winds.

Yankee Point

aka Californian Lilac If you like blue then the Californian Lilac is the plant for you. Lovely glossy evergreen foliage and in spring profuse clusters of bright blue flowers put on a really dazzling show. Copes well with a hot dry position making this spreading shrub ideal for banks and walls. Appreciates a regular haircut. Ceanothus fix nitrogen from the atmosphere so require no fertiliser. Flower colour: Blue. Habit: Shrub. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.