Ceanothus 'Concha' is one of the most admired and reliable of all the Californian Lilacs, producing a breathtaking display of rich, deep blue flower clusters that completely smother the plant in late spring and early summer. A vigorous, fast-growing evergreen shrub, it brings lasting structure, bold colour and year-round interest to sunny, sheltered borders and coastal gardens alike.

Each plant is supplied in a 7.5 litre pot, well-rooted and established, ready to plant straight into the garden or a large container.

Key Features:

• Abundant rich, deep blue to violet-blue flower clusters in late spring and early summer
• Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure and garden interest
• Fast-growing and free-flowering once established
• Well suited to sunny, sheltered borders, wall training and coastal settings
• An excellent choice for attracting bees and other pollinating insects
• Supplied in a 7.5 litre pot — a mature, well-rooted plant ready to plant straight away

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Ceanothus 'Concha'
  
• Common Names: Californian Lilac, Ceanothus
  
• Classification: Evergreen Shrub
  
• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 2–3 m × 2–3 m
  
• Growth Habit: Dense, rounded, freely branching evergreen shrub
  
• Perfect for: Sunny Borders, Wall Training, Coastal Gardens, Wildlife Gardens, Large Containers
  
• Flowering Time: Late Spring to Early Summer (April to June)
  
• Flower Colour: Rich deep blue to violet-blue
  
• Planting Position: Full Sun, sheltered from cold and drying winds
  
• Attracts: Bees and Pollinating Insects
  
• Type: Borderline Hardy Evergreen Shrub
  
• Foliage: Small, dark green, oval leaves
  
• Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates poor, sandy and chalky soils
  
• Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering; avoid cutting back hard into old wood
  

Notes: Supplied as 1 x Ceanothus 'Concha' in a 7.5 litre pot. This is a well-established plant, supplied with a root-ball and ready for planting. For best results, position in a south- or west-facing aspect with shelter from harsh winter frosts.