Transform your garden with the breathtaking Ceanothus 'Puget Blue', widely considered one of the finest and most intense blue-flowering varieties of the California Lilac. This vigorous evergreen shrub is celebrated for its dense habit and its spectacular display of cone-shaped, deep indigo-blue flower clusters that completely smother the plant in late spring.
The foliage is unique, featuring small, narrow, deeply veined dark-green leaves that provide a rich, textured backdrop year-round. 'Puget Blue' is an RHS Award of Garden Merit winner, chosen for its reliability and outstanding garden performance. Whether grown as a standalone specimen in a sunny border or trained against a south-facing wall, it adds a touch of Mediterranean elegance to any landscape. Supplied in a 3Ltr pot, this established shrub is ready for immediate planting.
Key Features:
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Award-Winning Performance: Recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit for excellence.
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Intense Colour: Produces some of the deepest blue flowers of any Ceanothus variety.
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Evergreen Texture: Distinctive narrow, dark-green leaves provide year-round architectural interest.
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Wildlife Magnet: A primary source of nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in early summer.
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Established 3Ltr Pot: A well-rooted, mature plant that provides a much faster display than smaller 9cm alternatives.
Planting & Care Instructions:
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Position: Thrives in full sun. Must be planted in a sheltered spot to protect from cold, drying winds.
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Soil: Requires well-drained soil. It will not tolerate waterlogged conditions or heavy, wet clay.
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Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season. Once established, it is notably drought-tolerant.
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Feeding: Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in early spring.
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Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain its shape. Avoid cutting back into old, woody growth as it may not sprout again.
Product Specifications:
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Botanical Name: Ceanothus 'Puget Blue'
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Common Name: 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