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California Lilac

Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles'

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Overview

The Ceanothus 'Gloire de Versailles', a California Lilac variety, offers remarkable powder-blue blooms from July through September. This deciduous shrub matures to about 6 feet in height and spread, demanding full sun for optimal flowering. It thrives in well-drained soil, resists drought once established, and attracts pollinators. Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape. USDA Zone: 7-10. Ideal for adding bursts of color to mixed borders or as an informal hedge.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 7–10Type Shrub
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — This deciduous shrub matures to about 6 feet in height and spread, demanding full sun for optimal
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — offers remarkable powder-blue blooms from July through SeptemberCalifornia Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — This deciduous shrub matures to about 6 feet in height and spread, demanding full sun for, image 21California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — shrub with blue bloomsCalifornia Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — This particular cultivar flourishes in USDA zones 7 through 10, thriving in the full sun to partial shadeCalifornia Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — is a striking deciduous shrub that is revered for its stunning display of powdery blue blossomsCalifornia Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — It thrives in well-drained soil, resists drought once established, and attracts pollinators+16

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Mature height
3–5 Ft.
Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rhamnaceae

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California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — This deciduous shrub matures to about 6 feet in height and spread, demanding full sun for optimal
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — offers remarkable powder-blue blooms from July through September
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — This deciduous shrub matures to about 6 feet in height and spread, demanding full sun for, image 21
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — shrub with blue blooms
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — This particular cultivar flourishes in USDA zones 7 through 10, thriving in the full sun to partial shade
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — is a striking deciduous shrub that is revered for its stunning display of powdery blue blossoms
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — It thrives in well-drained soil, resists drought once established, and attracts pollinators
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — Annual pruning will help maintain its shape and encourage denser growth
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — The shrub brandishes profuse panicles of nectar-rich flowers from the mid-summer into the early fall
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — Ideal for adding bursts of color to mixed borders or as an informal hedge
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — It thrives in well-drained soil, resists drought once established, and attracts pollinators; shrub with
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — inviting a lively pollinator presence into your garden.<br><br>Integral to a successful growth
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — making it a versatile choice for a landscape focal point
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — Ceanothus 'Gloire de Versailles' is drought-tolerant once established
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — this species reaches an average size of 6 feet in both height and width
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape; is a striking deciduous shrub that is revered for its
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — blue flowers in the garden
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — creating a serene and captivating visual interest that's both ornamental and functional in landscape
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — which typically takes one to two growing seasons.<br><br>One of the more manageable Ceanothus varieties
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — shrub for full or half
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — offers remarkable powder-blue blooms from July through September; prune lightly in early spring to
California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Gloire De Versailles') — An optimal choice for water-wise gardens
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