Is Ceanothus an evergreen?

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1. Is Ceanothus an evergreen?
2. How long does a Ceanothus live?
3. How tall do Ceanothus get?
4. Which is the hardiest Ceanothus?
5. Does Ceanothus make a good hedge?
6. Does Ceanothus grow fast?
7. Do bees like ceanothus?

Is Ceanothus an evergreen?

The vast majority of Ceanothus are evergreen shrubs - those that keep their leaves year-round.

How long does a Ceanothus live?

The lifespan varies in different growing conditions. In higher rainfall areas they grow quicker and many live only 10 to 15 years. Where conditions are drier the life span may be extended. These plants are excellent for the shrub border or for growing against the protection of a wall (eg C.

How tall do Ceanothus get?

It grows from 3-6 ft tall, will adapt to clay, and can tolerate limited deer browsing. Ceanothus 'Concha' is a highly adaptable garden-worthy cultivar, accepting summer water more forgivingly than most, with dark green glossy leaves and deep, cobalt blue flower clusters in late spring.

Which is the hardiest Ceanothus?

Ceanothus Hardiness As far as my research goes the hardiest cultivar is 'Blue Sapphire' being given an RHS hardiness rating of H5 which should mean the plant can take short periods as low as -15°C.

Does Ceanothus make a good hedge?

Ceanothus. If you're after an informal, flowering hedge, California lilac (Ceanothus) is a lovely choice. It's best planted in a sheltered, sunny position. Prune it lightly after flowering – as with any hedge pruning, you should wait until any nesting birds have departed before you cut.

Does Ceanothus grow fast?

Ceanothus are fast-growing, long-flowering shrubs and as a result, can be shortlived – after around 10-15 years they may start to lose their shape and get rather leggy. As they don't respond well to hard pruning, it's best to replace plants at this stage.

Do bees like ceanothus?

Ceanothus is a striking ornamental shrub with long blooming flowers that honey bees love. ... I planted two different varieties in my backyard 12 years ago, and the bees take to them for many months out of the year.