Botanical Name: Ceanothus 'Julia Phelps'
Common Name: No common name Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape a stiffly branched, upright cultivar of Ceanothus, with intricate lateral branching to form a wide-spreading mounded canopy when mature; rather globular-rounded when young Height 5' - 6' Spread 6'-8' or more Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun preferred in Coastal plain areas; tolerates some afternoon shade at inland sites Soil requires well-draining sites; let soil dry out between watering Hardiness hardy (zones 14-24): thrives in warm coastal-influenced habitats Morphology: Leaves pinnate, crowded on stems (alternate), very dark green, oval, 3/4"-1" long; veins deeply furrowed on upper surface of leaf Flowers dark indigo blue, tiny, in oval inflorescences about 1" long; very prolific bloomer; March - April Fruit if present, a tiny capsule Propagation: softwood or semi-softwood cuttings Usage: an excellent choice for large filler or background massing, or informal screening - very showy while in bloom, then useful for its dark green foliage and form; woodlands or Mediterranean themes Landscape Care: Watering an occasional deep soaking during the dry months - allow soil to dry out between irrigation Fertilizing little is required after establishment Pruning little needed; avoid stub-cutting of branches Pests/Diseases scale, mealybug in shaded areas; root-rot in wet soils Special Conditions/Other rather short-lived (7-10 years common) Origin: hybrid Family: Rhamnaceae Notes: |
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