Ceanothus 'Dark Star'

California lilac

This popular small leaved shrub reaches 4 - 6 ft. high by 6 - 10 ft. wide. The electric cobalt-blue flowers cover the plant in spring and are very popular with bees and butterflies. Plant in full sun and provide decent drainage. Not a good choice for hot, inland areas. Drought tolerant. 'Dark Star' is VERY similar to 'Julia Phelps' but differs mainly in size. 'Dark Star' tends to stay a little smaller. Shrubby Ceanothus provide seeds eaten by bushtits, mockingbirds, quail and finches, as well as cover for birds.

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Call to confirm current supply. Availability as of November 7, 2024:
We do not ship.

1g
33 @ $13.00

Water Requirements

Occasional

This plant requires water every 2-4 weeks

Infrequent

This plant requires water every 4-6 weeks

Dry

This plant survives on rainfall once established, except during periods of prolonged winter drought

Additional Characteristics

California Native

This plant is native to California

Drought Tolerant

This is a drought-tolerant plant

Evergreen

Plants that do not lose their leaves

Butterfly nectar plant

This plant provides nectar for butterflies

Attracts Birds

This plant attracts birds

Attracts Pollinators

This plant attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinators

Fragrant

This plant has fragrant leaves or flowers

Hedge and Screen

This plant can be used as a physical or visual barrier and is either evergreen or deciduous

A note about our inventory:

We take a field inventory every few weeks from February through December. We last updated our inventory on November 7, 2024. Availability fluctuates wildly in our small nursery; it's always best to call to check current supply. Prices subject to change.

Please Note: We do not do mail order and we do not ship plants.

This list reflects retail prices. Landscape and Nursery professionals will need to establish their wholesale status with us to purchase at wholesale prices.