Ceanothus 'Concha'

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Californian lilacShrub, EvergreenFamily: Rhamnaceae

Flower colour:

Blue

Purple

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

There's a huge range of ceanothus species, all from California, and even more varieties bred from them. The evergreen kinds tend to be slightly less hardy, but usually thrive with the aid of a warm sheltered wall in mild gardens, where they can be grown as free-standing shrubs.

Ceanothus 'Concha' is an evergreen cultivar with arching branches and a dense growth habit. In April and May it will produce a profusion of indigo flowers, which are brilliant for attracting bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Grow Ceanothus 'Concha' in full sun, in moist but well-drained soil. Find out more in our Ceanothus grow guide. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

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Ceanothus ‘Concha’ and wildlife

Ceanothus ‘Concha’ is known for attracting bees and butterflies/moths. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Ceanothus ‘Concha’ poisonous?

Ceanothus ‘Concha’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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