Ceanothus impressus - 'Italian Skies' (Californian Lilac)

Type	Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Evergreen, Flowering
Form	Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size	Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height)
Colours	Dark blue Flowers (Summer), Dark green Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness	Frost hardy, Drought Tolerant, Seaside Friendly
Growth	Fast Growing Plant
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Ceanothus impressus description: This larger upright growing Ceanothus is a dense growing evergreen shrub that bears masses of tight clusters of dark blue flowers in spring / early summer. Dense dark green foliage is attractive all Year round. Good for wall training. 2m tall x 3m

Ceanothus impressus cultivation notes: Ceanothus will tolerate a wide range of low fertility soil types just as long as they are well drained. For best results plant in a warm sheltered spot in full sun; make best use of this tough plant by using it in hot dry problem spots where it will flourish in the poorest of soils, including chalk. Ceanothus do not appreciate the cold or shade. Prune lightly to shape in early Spring.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Suitable for exposed coastal planting; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.

Design & Plant Use for Ceanothus impressus:

Tall summer flowering shrub suitable for back of border planting
Fast growing evergreen plant ideal for screening
Plant for extreme coastal screening

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Ceanothus impressus - 'Italian Skies' (Californian Lilac)

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