Ceanothus griseus 'Yankee Point' (Californian lilac 'Yankee Point')
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8m max. spread |
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8m max. height |
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10-20 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Ceanothus griseus 'Yankee Point'
Other names: Californian lilac 'Yankee Point'
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Genus: Ceanothus
Variety or cultivar: 'Yankee Point' _ 'Yankee Point' is a vigorous, spreading evergreen shrub covered in a mass of blue flowers from late spring through early summer.
Ceanothus griseus 'Yankee Point' is: Evergreen
Flower: Blue in Spring; Blue in Summer
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Habit: Branching, Spreading
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Specific pests: Scale insects
Specific diseases: Honey fungus
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Propagation methods: Semi-hardwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...
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Ceanothus griseus 'Yankee Point' (Californian lilac 'Yankee Point') will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 8m after 10-20 years.
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Suggested uses: City, Wallside and trellises
Cultivation: Ideal for growing against a wall or fence. Plant in well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Tender in frost (H3) | |
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I bought two of these the other day and repotted them from 3 litre tubs to medium sized barrel planters. Should I have just planted them in the ground instead?
Thanks from a newbie!!
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- Posted: Mon. 20th May 2013 17:19
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