Add a touch of brightness to your garden even when not in bloom with Ceanothus 'Cool Blue'. This striking variety of California Lilac is highly prized for its decorative, silver-edged foliage. Unlike standard green varieties, 'Cool Blue' features small, glossy leaves with a distinct creamy-white margin, providing excellent year-round interest and "cooling" the visual landscape of your garden.
In late spring and early summer, this evergreen shrub is adorned with dainty clusters of pale, powder-blue flowers that create a soft, ethereal look against the variegated leaves. With a naturally compact and upright habit, it is an ideal choice for smaller gardens, patio containers, or as a bright accent in a sunny border. Supplied in a 3Ltr pot, this established specimen is ready to provide immediate architectural value to your outdoor space.
Key Features:
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Stunning Variegation: Beautiful silver-white edged leaves provide year-round decorative appeal.
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Soft Floral Display: Clusters of pale blue flowers appear in abundance throughout late spring.
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Compact Habit: Grows neatly, making it perfect for smaller garden spaces and large pots.
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Evergreen Interest: Maintains its bright, variegated foliage through all four seasons.
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Established 3Ltr Pot: A well-developed plant with a strong root system, superior to smaller liners.
Planting & Care Instructions:
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Position: Thrives in full sun. Place in a sheltered spot to protect the variegated foliage from cold, drying winds.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Does not tolerate sitting in waterlogged ground.
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Watering: Water regularly during the first year. Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant.
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Feeding: Apply a slow-release fertiliser in early spring to support the variegation and flowering.
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Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain its tidy shape. Avoid cutting back into old, woody stems.
Product Specifications:
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Botanical Name: Ceanothus 'Cool Blue'
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Common Name: Variegated California Lilac
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Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
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Pot Size: 3Ltr (19cm)
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Hardiness: Hardy in most of the UK (H4).
TRPG charges for delivery depending on the shipment locations and weight of items.
1st class P&P to UK is £5.95
2nd class P&P to UK is £4.50
P&P for heavy items such as plant support will be charged at £8