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3L pot shown; pictured in March
3L pot shown; pictured in March
Ceanothus 'Italian Skies'
Ceanothus 'Italian Skies'
Ceanothus 'Italian Skies'
Ceanothus 'Italian Skies'

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Californian Lilac 'Italian Skies'

Ceanothus 'Italian Skies'

Ceanothus 'Italian Skies'

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Ceanothus ‘Italian Skies’ is an evergreen shrub grown for its intense blue flowers in spring. These beautiful blue flowers seem irresistible to bees, making this a worthwhile addition to any sunny border or walled structure.
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Plant height is measured from the base of the pot to the top of the plant. Heights are approximate and may vary with season.

The most common sized pots we sell from our nursery are 9cm, 17cm (2L), 19cm (3L) and 22.5cm (5L).

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Key features

Ceanothus 'Italian Skies' (Californian Lilac 'Italian Skies')

This Californian Lilac variety grows low but wide - reaching around 1m in height with a footprint of up to 4m.

Dense cones of bright blue flowers open up in late spring, drawing pollinating insects in their droves. This is a lovely plant to have in your garden during the early days of summer.

Italian Skies does best in full sun with a sheltered position. Use fertile, well-drained loam to keep flowering reliable.
  • Attracts pollinators
    Attracts pollinators
  • Prefers sunny positions
    Sun lover
  • Cottage garden plant
    Cottage garden plant

Plant background

Botanical Name: Ceanothus 'Italian Skies' Common Name: Californian Lilac 'Italian Skies' Genus: Ceanothus
Plant Type: Climbers and Shrubs Native Area: USA Colour(s): Blue

Characteristics

Eventual Height: ~1-1.5m Eventual Spread: ~3-4m Hardiness: H4 (Fully Hardy)
Life Cycle: Evergreen Preferred Sunlight: Full Sun Preferred Soil: Loam (fertile, balanced soil)

Seasonal information

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