Ceanothus Tuxedo (California Lilac)
A striking selection of California Lilac, Ceanothus ‘Tuxedo’ is a bushy, evergreen shrub noted for its amazing near black, shiny foliage. The dark leaves create a fascinating contrast with the abundant clusters, 3 in. long (7 cm), of lavender blue flowers. This hybrid California Lilac blooms in late summer to fall, later than most ceanothus varieties.
A striking selection of California Lilac, Ceanothus 'Tuxedo' is a bushy, evergreen shrub noted for its amazing near black, shiny foliage. The dark leaves create a fascinating contrast with the abundant clusters, 3 in. long (7 cm), of lavender blue flowers. This hybrid California Lilac blooms in late summer to fall, later than most ceanothus varieties. This unusual evergreen shrub sparks interest all year-round, even when not in bloom.
- Grows up with an open, vase-shaped habit to 6-8 ft. tall and wide (180-240 cm).
- Thrives in well-drained soils in full sun. Appreciates partial afternoon shade in hot inland areas. Provide a sheltered position. Water occasionally to infrequently. Drought tolerant.
- Excellent plant for sunny areas, ideal as a specimen plant, wall-side borders, hedges and screens or planted in shrub borders.
- Easy to grow, this plant is difficult to transplant once established.
- Responds very well to pruning and can be shaped to fit the space.
- Watch for powdery mildew.
Requirements
Hardiness | 8 – 10 |
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Climate Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Ceanothus – California Lilac |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Late)Fall |
Height | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Spread | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Wall-Side Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |