CEANOTHUS
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CEANOTHUS
Commonly known as Redroot, Santa Barbara ceanothus
Genus of about 55 species of deciduous and evergreen shrubs mostly from western North America, centring on California, but also from eastern America and Mexico.
Seeds can remain dormant for centuries and in nature the hard coats rely on fire for germination.
All are attractive to bees.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
honey fungus. -
Place of origin
USA (California). Purportedly developed in UK from seed brought back from California at the time of the goldrush, 1848-55. -
EvergreenTightly clustered, small, dark-green leaves to 1cm (½in) long.
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Blue
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDensely branched, spreading shrub with rigid shoots. Flowers in small lateral and terminal cymes to 2cm (¾in) across.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Tolerates allCan be lime tolerant but leaves may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils.
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Full sun
With shelter from cold winds. Most do well trained against a wall. -
Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
2m (6½ft)
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Ceanothus - Growing Guide
