CEANOTHUS 'Concha'
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CEANOTHUS 'Concha'
Commonly known as California lilac, Redroot
Deepest blue California lilac. A most striking plant
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). Garden origin. -
EvergreenOblong-elliptic, finely-toothed, dark-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
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Blue
Deepest blue -
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Coastal / windsweptSuitable for an open site slightly back from the sea
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubDense shrub with arching branches. Flowers in numerous, rounded lateral and terminal cymes to 3cm (1¼in) across emerge from reddish-purple buds.
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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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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Free draining sandy soil
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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 Size3m (10ft)
3m (10ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Ceanothus - Growing Guide