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Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var griseus 'Diamond Heights'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Low growing vigorous shrub with glossy dark green leaves with a marbled yellow variegation. Abundant bright blue flowers on stem tips in spring. Easily grown in semi-shaded dry sites. Hardy.

Genus

Ceanothus

Species thyrsiflorus var griseus

Cultivar 'Diamond Heights'

Common name

Californian lilac

Family name

Rhamnaceae

Place of origin

North American

DETAILS

Height

40 cm

Width

1 m

(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)

Leaves

Evergreen

Soil Type

Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil

Moisture

Tolerates dry soils

Exposure

Frost hardy / Prefers a semi-shaded site / Tolerates coastal sites

Garden Style

Enthusiast / Nourishment / Texture

Plant Type

Shrubs