Ceanothus thyrsiflorus

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Blue Blossom

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Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle Photographer: GardenSoft

Description

Blue Blossom Ceanothus is an evergreen shrub that reaches 5-8' tall and wide. It has dark blue flower clusters that bloom profusely in the spring, attracting bees. Foliage is dark green and shiny, densely covering the plant. It does best in full sun with well-draining, alkaline soil. Easy to grow but not long lived. It can be pruned in early summer to maintain shape as it can be used as a hedge or screen. Very attractive plant.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.