Catalina Mountain Lilac, Feltleaf ceanothus
Ceanothus arboreus
Basic Information
Family: Rhamnaceae
Genus: ceanothus
Plant ID (slug): ceanothus-arboreus
Numeric ID: 3937
USDA Hardiness: 8-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Ceanothus arboreus is an evergreen Shrub growing to 7 m (23ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
South-western N. America - California.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Ceanothus arboreus Catalina Mountain Lilac, Feltleaf ceanothus PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Ceanothus arboreus is an evergreen Shrub growing to 7 m (23ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.