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Hybrid of Ceanothus gloriosus and Ceanothus masonii. This glorious hybrid Ceanothus is as attractive as it is useful. It has brilliant violet flowers that start to bloom in early spring and small, holly-like leaves. It is very tough, drought tolerant and yet will tolerate heavy, clay soil. For those living in the mountains you'll be happy to note that the deer tend to stay away from this lilac. It is a great option for a hedge or barrier reaching about six feet high and with a similar spread. It will also respond well to pruning for a more formal hedge. Plant this lilac in full sun to appreciate its brilliant blooms at their best.
C. gloriosus x C. masonii introduced by Rancho santa Ana Botanic Garden Tolerates almost any soil type. Hybrid introduced by Rancho santa Ana Botanic Garden in 1979.
Shrub
6 ft Tall
6 - 8 ft Wide
Rounded
Moderate
Evergreen
Purple
Winter
Full Sun, Partial Shade, Deep Shade
Low
15
Fast, Medium, Slow
Tolerates a wide variety of soils.
Thanks to Moosa Creek Nursery and the Theodore Payne Foundation for sharing information about this plant