Ceanothus perplexans
Ceanothus perplexans
Ceanothus
Rhamnaceae
Flowering Plants
Zone 5–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
Ceanothus perplexans is a drought-adapted California lilac shrub that thrives in well-drained soils with full sun to partial shade. Once established, it requires minimal supplemental watering and is best suited to western landscapes with dry summers. Avoid overwatering and heavy clay soils, which can cause root rot.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Deep Water Occasionally; Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.2 – 8.5
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Arizona
California
Mexican Pacific Is.
Mexico Northwest
Attracts
🐝 Bees
🐝 Butterflies
🐝 Birds
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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