{"id":2095,"date":"2022-12-26T10:46:12","date_gmt":"2022-12-26T10:46:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/?p=2095"},"modified":"2022-12-13T10:52:55","modified_gmt":"2022-12-13T10:52:55","slug":"california-lilac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/","title":{"rendered":"California Lilac: Everything About Ceanothus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/California-Lilac-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"A blooming california lilac shrub\" class=\"wp-image-2087\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/California-Lilac-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/California-Lilac-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/California-Lilac-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/California-Lilac-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/theyardable.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/California-Lilac.jpg 1640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>California lilacs are characterized by their generous flowering in abundant cascades, especially the evergreen species. They are indispensable in all gardens of temperate climate, where they are the stars of the summer.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I have gathered for you all the information about this plant, its main characteristics and what you need to know to plant and grow it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#Characteristics_of_the_California_lilac\" title=\"Characteristics of the California lilac\">Characteristics of the California lilac<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#How_to_grow_a_California_lilac\" title=\"How to grow a California lilac\">How to grow a California lilac<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#How_to_grow_a_California_lilac_in_a_pot\" title=\"How to grow a California lilac in a pot\">How to grow a California lilac in a pot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#Where_to_plant_a_California_lilac\" title=\"Where to plant a California lilac\">Where to plant a California lilac<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#Our_selection\" title=\"Our selection\">Our selection<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#Deciduous_California_lilacs\" title=\"Deciduous California lilacs\">Deciduous California lilacs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#Evergreen_California_lilacs\" title=\"Evergreen California lilacs\">Evergreen California lilacs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theyardable.com\/california-lilac\/#In_a_nutshell\" title=\"In a nutshell\">In a nutshell<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Characteristics_of_the_California_lilac\"><\/span>Characteristics of the California lilac<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scientific name<\/strong><\/td><td>Ceanothus supp.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Family<\/strong><\/td><td>Rhamnaceae<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Origin<\/strong><\/td><td>North America<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Foliage<\/strong><\/td><td>Evergreen or deciduous<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Flowering<\/strong><\/td><td>June-September<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rusticity<\/strong><\/td><td>-5\u00b0C to -10\u00b0C (-41\u00b0F to -50\u00b0F)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Exposure<\/strong><\/td><td>Sun or mid-shade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Soil<\/strong><\/td><td>Indifferent<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>California lilacs are small shrubs with deciduous or evergreen foliage. The leaves are small, oval, relatively thin in the deciduous hybrids, more leathery, varnished and ribbed in the evergreen varieties. The flowering is done in small more or less loose ears, pink, purplish or in numerous nuances of blue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_grow_a_California_lilac\"><\/span>How to grow a California lilac<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The california lilac is not very demanding on the nature of the soil, but prefers well-drained soils: heavy soils retaining water favor the rotting of their roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After flowering, prune the evergreens moderately to maintain their silhouette, removing one third of the length of the year&#8217;s shoots. In February-March, prune deciduous trees by cutting off a third of the main branches and all the branches on the remaining branches 10cm from their start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Evergreens can be cut back short every 5 to 6 years to re-form the vegetation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_grow_a_California_lilac_in_a_pot\"><\/span>How to grow a California lilac in a pot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The culture in pot is possible, especially for some evergreen species, with the spread out forms to falling forms, but their exuberance is translated only in full ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_plant_a_California_lilac\"><\/span>Where to plant a California lilac<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The California lilac is a beautiful flowering shrubbery that can be planted in many different locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those looking for a cascading effect, the California lilac can be planted along a slope or hillside, where it will create a stunning visual. It is also a great choice for rock gardens, as its long, arching branches will add a soft touch to the rugged landscape. It can also be planted in a more traditional garden setting, where its fragrant blooms will add a splash of color and delightful scent. Finally, the species with a spreading habit are perfect to decorate staircases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The California lilac is an ideal choice for any garden, as it is easy to maintain and provides a beautiful display of blooms throughout the spring and summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_selection\"><\/span>Our selection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deciduous_California_lilacs\"><\/span>Deciduous California lilacs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Their dimensions are generally 1,20 m in height and 1 m in width. They prefer full sun and don&#8217;t like chalky soils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plant them in groups of 3 to 5 feet at least, to give the decoration more scope, or in a bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The varieties of Ceanothus x delilianus have blue flowers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Gloire de Versailles<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, the most rustic, light blue;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Comtesse de Paris<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, indigo blue;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Henry Desfoss\u00e9&#8217;<\/strong><\/em>, purplish blue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Topaze<\/strong><\/em>&#8216; is distinguished by its smaller dark blue flowers and a smaller size (1 m).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The varieties of Ceanothus x palidus produce pink Fears:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Marie Simon<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, bright pink, compact (80 cm);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8216;<em><strong>Perle Rose<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;, deep pink, more compact bloom and habit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evergreen_California_lilacs\"><\/span>Evergreen California lilacs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>They are less hardy and require a more protected exposure, against a southern wall, for example. They require a soil that is not very calcareous and well drained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>C. arboreus &#8216;<em><strong>Trewithen Blue<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;: one of the largest (it can exceed 5 m), pale blue flowers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C. impressus &#8216;<em><strong>Puget Blue<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;: 1,50 to 2 m high, very compact vegetation, dark blue to purplish bloom, very nice glazed leaves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C. impressus &#8216;<em><strong>Italian Skies<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;: 1,50 m height, 2 m diameter, fast growing, dark blue flowers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>C. thyrsiflorus &#8216;<em><strong>Repens<\/strong><\/em>&#8216;: 50 to 70 cm high, abundant flowering, light blue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_nutshell\"><\/span>In a nutshell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s easy to take care of, relatively drought tolerant, and provides food for a variety of birds and other wildlife. California Lilac is an excellent choice for any gardener who wants to add a beautiful plant to their garden with minimal work required.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>California lilacs are characterized by their generous flowering in abundant cascades, especially the evergreen species. They are indispensable in all gardens of temperate climate, where they are the stars of the summer. 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