Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens - Creeping Blue Blossom

Potted Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens
Common Name: Creeping Blue Blossom
Other names: None
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: Ultimate height: 0.5–1 meters, Ultimate spread: 2.5–4 meters

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens - Delivery

Delivery info: Nationwide delivery available

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens - Characteristics

Mature Size: Vigorous evergreen shrub about 90cm tall and 2.5m wide, with a spreading habit, but much taller when grown against a wall.
Evergreen or deciduous: Evergreen
Preferred Position: Full sun, South-facing or West-facing aspect, sheltered exposure
Shape - Plant Characteristics: Arching branches bear glossy mid-green leaves to 4cm long. Masses of light blue flowers, in compact panicles are produced in spring.
Hardy or not Hardy: Hardy (H4)
Diseases: May be susceptible to honey fungus

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens - Uses

Uses in Garden: Ideal for city and courtyard gardens, coastal areas, cottage and informal gardens, Mediterranean climate gardens, wildlife gardens, wall-side borders, flower borders and beds, and ground cover.

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens - Characteristics

Preferred planting aspect: Full sun, sheltered from cold winds
Frost Hardy: Yes (Hardiness rating: H4)
Fast or slow Growing: Fast-growing but may be short-lived
Pruning advice: Pruning group 8 after flowering

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens - Planting Instructions in an Irish climate

Planting Time: Mid to late summer
Trench Preparation: Ensure fertile, well-drained soil
Positioning of Plants: Full sun, sheltered from strong, cold winds
Plant Spacing: Allow ample space for ultimate spread (2.5–4 meters)
Pruning: Prune in group 8 after flowering

Facts About Products:

Provides nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinating insects
Tolerant of lime but may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in mid to late summer
May be susceptible to scale insects and honey fungus
For more information on cultivation and care, refer to RHS guidelines.