Ceanothus 'Southmead'
The Highlights
- A vigorous and compact evergreen shrub with a bushy habit
- Glossy dark green leaves with clusters of dark blue flowers appearing in late spring and early summer
- A colourful feature plant for a sunny front garden or as part of a mixed border
- Grows to 1-1.5m high and wide in 5-10 years
- Hardy throughout most of the UK, this low maintenance shrub needs minimal pruning
- An excellent source of food for pollinators
- RHS Award of Garden Merit Winner
The Highlights
- A vigorous and compact evergreen shrub with a bushy habit
- Glossy dark green leaves with clusters of dark blue flowers appearing in late spring and early summer
- A colourful feature plant for a sunny front garden or as part of a mixed border
- Grows to 1-1.5m high and wide in 5-10 years
- Hardy throughout most of the UK, this low maintenance shrub needs minimal pruning
- An excellent source of food for pollinators
- RHS Award of Garden Merit Winner
Care Guide
Excellent pest and disease resistance
Generally pest and disease free. Honey fungus and scale insects are possible.
Water during dry spells
Water frequently while the plant is getting established, and always keep moist.
Full sun
Ceanothus appreciates full sun (6-8 hours of sunlight per day in spring and summer) and a sheltered spot. In more exposed gardens it will benefit from a position near a South or West facing wall.
Loam/sand soil
Ceanothus loves a moist, well-drained loamy or sandy soil.
Feed annually
Ceanothus need little or no regular feeding in most garden soils. However to encourage strong new growth after pruning, plants can be fed annually in spring. Mulch at least 5cm (2in) thick can be applied to the soil surface in late autumn to late winter (Nov-Feb). ?v=1613300718
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Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower