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Victoria California Lilac
Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Victoria'
Pronunciation: see-an-OH-thus thur-sih-FLOR-us
SKU #02318
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 9 ft. tall, 10 to 12 ft. wide.
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| Description | A beautiful evergreen shrub for sunny coastal gardens. Dark cobalt blue buds appear in late spring, covering the dense, dark green foliage with deep blue flowers. This vigorous, upright grower makes a terrific tall hedge, screen or windbreak. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Juniper (Juniperus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Shrub Rose (Rosa); Broom (Cytisus) |
| Care Instructions | Adapts to most soils, provided well-drained; intolerant of soggy soils. Water regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune lightly in early summer to create a more dense habit. |
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| Description | A beautiful evergreen shrub for sunny coastal gardens. Dark cobalt blue buds appear in late spring, covering the dense, dark green foliage with deep blue flowers. This vigorous, upright grower makes a terrific tall hedge, screen or windbreak. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Juniper (Juniperus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Shrub Rose (Rosa); Broom (Cytisus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Adapts to most soils, provided well-drained; intolerant of soggy soils. Water regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune lightly in early summer to create a more dense habit. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Victoria California Lilac produce flowers?
Spring
Is Victoria California Lilac evergreen or deciduous?
Victoria California Lilac is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Victoria California Lilac?
Victoria California Lilac is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Victoria California Lilac resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure
How fast does Victoria California Lilac grow?
Victoria California Lilac has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Victoria California Lilac?
Victoria California Lilac grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Victoria California Lilac in my landscape?
Victoria California Lilac is suitable for: Hedge, Privacy Screen.
What color are Victoria California Lilac flowers?
Victoria California Lilac produces Blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Victoria California Lilac?
Victoria California Lilac has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Victoria California Lilac?
Good companion plants for Victoria California Lilac include: Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Juniper (Juniperus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Shrub Rose (Rosa); Broom (Cytisus).
How do I care for Victoria California Lilac?
Adapts to most soils, provided well-drained; intolerant of soggy soils. Water regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prune lightly in early summer to create a more dense habit.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.