38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Ceanothus papillosus var. roweanus
California Lilac
$20
PB5
Mature height:
2 - 2.5 m
Mature width:
1.5 - 2 m
An elegant, upright evergreen shrub with a dense, neatly rounded bushy habit. Features very narrow, textured, dark green leaves held precisely along rigid stems. In spring, red-purple buds open to reveal a sensational, cloud-like explosion of intense deep-blue flower heads.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Well-drained gravel, sand, or lean clay soil.
Sunlight
Full sun is required for best blooms
Flower
Intense deep-blue flower clusters from red-purple buds in spring.
Care & Maintenance
Ceanothus papillosus var. roweanus is a stunning, evergreen shrub with deep blue flower spikes and textured, dark leaves.
• Prefers a sunny, protected position away from strong, cold winds.
• Plant in well-draining soil; it does not like "wet feet."
• Lightly prune after flowering to maintain a compact, tidy habit.
• Established plants require very little supplemental watering.
Common Uses for
Ceanothus papillosus var. roweanus
01
Tall Flowering Screen
Forms a tight, upright, space-saving formal hedge displaying rich blue tones to screen out boundaries.
02
High-Impact Accent
Brings an exquisite, architectural dark green foliage texture and explosive blue spring colour to hot beds.
03
Habitat Garden
Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects during its massive spring bloom
04
Xeriscape Structural Anchor
Complements grey stones and modern hardscapes perfectly, softening lines with dark foliage and blue clouds.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only