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Beginner
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3m
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3m
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10-20 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Ceanothus 'Autumnal Blue'
Other names: Californian lilac 'Autumnal blue'
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Genus: Ceanothus
Variety or cultivar: 'Autumnal Blue' _ 'Autumnal Blue' is a medium-sized evergreen with compact long trusses of blue flowers.
Ceanothus 'Autumnal Blue' is: Evergreen
Flower: Blue in Summer; Blue in Autumn
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Habit: Bushy
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Ceanothus 'Autumnal Blue' (Californian lilac 'Autumnal blue') will reach a height of 3m and a spread of 3m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: City, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation: Plant in well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun.
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Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3) |
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Comment from
Julie
I have just noticed that all the leaves on my Ceanothus, which is supposed to be evergreen, are brown. Does this mean it has been got by the frost and is there anything I can do to salvage it?
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- Replies: 4
- Posted: Sun. 26th February 2012 14:48
- Last reply: Tue. 6th March 2012 22:16
Comment from
Matthew
where was it originated from originally?
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- Replies: 1
- Posted: Mon. 14th November 2011 14:12
- Last reply: Mon. 21st November 2011 17:42
Comment from
Matthew
what are the strengths and weaknesses for Ceanothus 'Autumnal Blue'?
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- Replies: 1
- Posted: Mon. 14th November 2011 14:10
- Last reply: Mon. 21st November 2011 17:46
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