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Award Winning Ceanothus Dark Star Blue-Purpl Flowers 50cm Hardy Evergreen Californian Lilac 3 Litre Pot - RHS Award of Garden Merit - RHS Plants for Pollinators
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sunlight exposurefull sun
plant typeShrub
SeasonAll Seasons
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Ceanothus Dark Star
Common Name: Californian Lilac
Hardy (H4)
Evergreen
RHS Award of Garden Merit
RHS Plants for Pollinators
Details: A spreading, evergreen shrub to 2m tall and wide, with dark green leaves to 1cm long with deeply impressed veins. Clusters of scented, deep electric blue-purple flowers on arching branches appear in late spring
Ceanothus 'Dark Star' Shrub
Description: Ceanothus 'Dark Star', commonly known as California Lilac, is a stunning evergreen shrub renowned for its deep blue-purple flowers and vibrant green foliage. This variety is particularly valued for its upright, compact form and beautiful, dense clusters of flowers that appear in late spring to early summer. 'Dark Star' is perfect for gardeners looking to add a splash of color and texture to their landscapes, especially in sunny, well-drained areas. With its hardy nature and pollinator-friendly blooms, it’s a great choice for a variety of garden styles, from cottage gardens to Mediterranean-inspired landscapes.
Key Features:
•Size & Growth: Ceanothus 'Dark Star' typically reaches a height of 4 to 5 feet with a spread of 4 to 6 feet, making it a perfect choice for borders, hedges, or as a specimen plant in both small and medium-sized gardens.
•Foliage: The plant’s glossy, dark green leaves provide a rich backdrop to its stunning flowers. The foliage is dense, offering year-round structure and texture, even when the shrub is not in bloom.
•Flowers: 'Dark Star' produces abundant, small, rounded clusters of deep blue to purple flowers that cover the shrub in late spring to early summer. These fragrant blossoms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding both beauty and biodiversity to the garden.
•Growth Habit: This variety has a compact, bushy growth habit that makes it ideal for a variety of uses, including low hedges, privacy screens, or as a striking focal point in flower beds.
Uses:
•Landscaping: Ceanothus 'Dark Star' works beautifully as a specimen plant in the garden, in mixed borders, or as part of a low hedge. It’s also perfect for Mediterranean, coastal, or xeriscape gardens where drought-tolerant plants are a necessity.
•Pollinator-Friendly: The vibrant, nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for creating a wildlife-friendly garden.
•Drought-Tolerant: Once established, 'Dark Star' is highly drought-tolerant, making it a good option for water-wise gardens or dry, sunny areas.
Growing Conditions:
•Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade. For the best blooming and foliage color, plant in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
•Soil: Thrives in well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including slightly alkaline soils, but it does best in moderately fertile, well-draining soil.
•Watering: While 'Dark Star' is drought-tolerant once established, regular watering is important during its first growing season and during prolonged dry spells. It’s best to avoid over-watering, as this shrub does not like soggy soil.
Maintenance:
•Pruning: Pruning can be done after flowering to remove any spent blooms and to shape the plant. Light pruning will help maintain its compact form and encourage more flowers in the next season.
•Pests & Diseases: Ceanothus 'Dark Star' is generally pest-resistant, but it can occasionally be affected by aphids or scale insects. It is also susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew in humid conditions. Ensuring good air circulation and avoiding overhead watering can help minimize these risks.
Perfect For:
•Gardeners looking to add a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant shrub with vibrant, pollinator-friendly flowers.
•Those seeking a compact evergreen shrub for sunny, well-drained spots in the garden.
•Homeowners wanting to attract bees and butterflies to their garden while enjoying stunning blue-purple blooms.
Plants are approx 50cm Tall and 50cm Wide
Photos of two of the actual plants, you will receive one similar or the same
Information Photo Taken from the RHS Website
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