Ceanothus 'Skylark'-0
RHS Recommended: Award of Garden Merit RHS Plants for Pollinators

Ceanothus ‘Skylark’Californian Lilac

£18.95

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Overview

Deep powder blue flowers in tight bunches over a long season from May to early August. Set off by fine deep green glossy evergreen foliage. A stunning wall shrub but best against a warm south or west facing wall on a poor sandy soil. Keep well watered until established.

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  • Planting: Plant in well-drained soil with shelter from strong winds. Add Tree and Shrub Planting Feed to aid development.
  • Aspect: Ceanothus grow best in full sun.
  • Care: Trim off dead wood and old flowers in spring using sharp secateurs. Do not hard prune. Apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring whilst the plant is still establishing.

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Flowering Months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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Aspect

Sun
Flower Colour

Blue
Flowering Month

May, June
Foliage Type

Evergreen
Foliage Colour

Green
Hardiness

Hardy
Height after 10 years*

2-3m (6-9ft)
Pot Size

3 Litre
Soil Type

Acid, Alkaline, Light sandy, Normal
Special Conditions

Uses

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