Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus)
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) clusters of tiny blue blossoms amid deep green foliage.
Botanical name: Ceanothus arboreus
Common names: Felt Leaf Ceanothus, California lilac, Tree Ceanothus
Family: Rhamnaceae
Origin: California
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9a-10a
Cold tolerance: 25°F
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsThe plant prefers light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and requires well-drained soil. The plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It requires dry or moist soil. Prefers a warm sunny position but tolerates light shade.
The flowers are a very good source, when used as a body soap they leave behind a pleasant perfume on the skin.
Similar plants: Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus)
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) blue flower clusters populate the branches near grey stone tiles
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) with numerous small blue flower clusters nestled among shiny green leaves.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) pink buds emerging between textured green leaves on a branch
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) reveals dense clusters of sky blue flowers among thick foliage.
Ceanothus arboreus produces dense clusters of soft blue to lavender blooms, filling the air with a sweet fragrance reminiscent of springtime.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) with masses of tiny blue flower clusters and green leaves.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) growing dense round clusters of tiny purple flower petals.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) clusters of tiny blue flower petals near green leaves.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) showing masses of tiny blue flowers amid lush green foliage
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) blue flower clusters among broad green textured foliage.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) covered in many small blue flower clusters and green leaves.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) covered in masses of blue flowers over dark green foliage.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) shrub covered in dense clusters of small blue flowers
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) showing unique triangular fruit clusters with green and red coloring.
Ceanothus arboreus (Felt Leaf Ceanothus) green leaves with serrated edges and visible vein structure.
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