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CEANOTHUS 'Gloire de Versailles'
Commonly known as California lilac, Redroot
Pale blue, deciduous
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Deciduousfinely-toothed, dark-green leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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BluePale blue
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Height1.5m (5ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightBushy
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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)
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Full sunWith shelter from cold winds. Most do well trained against a wall.
CEANOTHUS 'Gloire de Versailles'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowC. x delileanus 'Gloire de Versailles'. Wildlife plant - insectsPests & Diseaseshoney fungus.Place of originGarden origin.
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Flower ShapePaniclesLarge lateral and terminal panicles to 10cm (4in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSuitable for open site, slightly back from the sea
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginSerrulate
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Leaf shapeOvate
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Pruning groupPruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilTolerates allCan be lime tolerant but leaves may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils.
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WildlifeBee friendlyButterfly friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Ceanothus - Growing Guide
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