Ceanothus 'Centennial'
Centennial Mountain Lilac
Description
The hybrid Ceanothus makes a perfect ground cover, with a profuse flowering of shiny dark green leaves which are almost hidden by very dark blue, delicate flower clusters. It is a heat resistant cultivar and looks the best with one summer pruning. Be cautious about providing plant with excess water.
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Green, Grey
Fruit Color
Black
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Make sure ponds and water features aren't leaking, splash out is minimized, and water for streams and waterfalls is recirculated.
Keeping water surface areas small and partially shaded will also reduce evaporation.