Blue Blossom

Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus

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Overview

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus, or Blue Blossum, is an evergreen shrub with vibrant blue flowers that bloom in spring. It typically grows 6 to 9 feet high and spreads 6 to 9 feet wide. This drought-tolerant plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Its dense foliage and quick growth make it ideal for hedges, screens, and wildlife attraction, offering nectar for pollinators. Hardiness zones: 7-10.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 7–10

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — It typically grows 6 to 9 feet high and spreads 6 to 9 feet wide

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Rhamnaceae

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Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — it is an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a low-water landscape with a high visual impact; shrub for full, image 49

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — Renowned for its drought tolerance; the shrub can achieve a stately presence of 6 to 12 feet in height with, image 48

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — ranging from 1 to 2 inches in length; ceanothus thyrsiflorus, or Blue Blossum, is an evergreen shrub with, image 52

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — Blue Blossom erupts into a profusion of vibrant cerulean blooms which are arranged in dense; it prefers, image 51

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — the shrub can achieve a stately presence of 6 to 12 feet in height with a spread of 6 to 10 feet; renowned, image 53

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — Once established, Blue Blossom requires minimal watering, embodying the principles of water-wise, image 56

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — although it can tolerate partial shade; it typically grows 6 to 9 feet high and spreads 6 to 9 feet wide, image 55

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — it prefers well-drained soil and a full sun exposure; although it can tolerate partial shade, image 54

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