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Ceanothus 'Dark Star'

California Lilac

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Information by: Tom Deyerle        Photographer:

 

Description

The 'Dark Star' grows to 4'-6' tall and 6'-8' wide, producing small, rounded clusters of dark blue flowers from light burgundy buds that appear in spring. Its habit is compact, with small, warty leaves growing to only 1/2" long. -Monterey Bay Nursery

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.

By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.