Ceanothus 'Concha' - A burst of colour for Your Garden
Ceaothus Azureus 'Concha'
Common Name: California Lilac 'Concha'
Other Names: Ceaonthus Concha
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Awards: RHS Award of Garden Merit
Ceanothus 'Concha' - Delivery
Delivery Info: Your california lilac 'Concha' will be carefully packaged and delivered to your doorstep, ensuring it arrives in pristine condition.
Ceanothus 'Concha' - Characteristics
Mature Size: 3 meters high and 3 meters wide
Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Preferred Position: Partial shade to full sun
Shape: Dense and arching
Hardiness: Hardy
Ceanothus 'Concha' - Uses
Uses in Garden: Ceanothus 'Concha' is perfect as a backdrop in borders and bed. Favoured in cottage gardens, it is also suitable in coastal gardens and walled ones.
Ceanothus 'Concha' - Planting Characteristics
Preferred Planting Aspect: Full sun to Partial shade
Frost Hardy: Yes
Growth Rate: Moderate
Pruning Advice: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches.
Ceanothus 'Concha' - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate
Planting Time: Spring or early autumn, although potted plants can be planted year-round in frost-free weather.
Trench Preparation: Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and amend the soil with compost.
Positioning of Plants: Place your California lilac in a location with plenty of sunlight or in partial shade to ensure abundant flowering.
Plant Spacing: Space multiple plants at least 2 meters apart to allow for proper growth.
Pruning: After flowering, prune to shape and remove dead growth.
Facts About Ceanothus 'Concha'
This californian lilac is a dense, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. The small deep-blue flowers are held in dense clusters, that cover the shrub in late spring and early summer. This care-free shrub opens the season with majesty. It complements beautifully spring flowering plants such as daffodils and tulips for a Spring full of colour.