blue blossom

How to Grow and Care for blue blossom

blue blossom · Ceanothus thyrsiflorus
Also known as: blue brush

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun with shelter from strong, cold winds. Lime tolerant but may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils. See ceanothus cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing blue blossom

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral · Acid
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun with shelter from strong, cold winds. Lime tolerant but may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils. See ceanothus cultivation

How to Water blue blossom?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for blue blossom?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for blue blossom?

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What Soil Is Best for blue blossom?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral · Acid
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for blue blossom?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize blue blossom?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune blue blossom?

Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

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How to Propagate blue blossom?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in mid- to late summer

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How to Transplant blue blossom?

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How to Care for blue blossom in Winter?

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How to Plant blue blossom?

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun with shelter from strong, cold winds. Lime tolerant but may become chlorotic on shallow chalk soils. See ceanothus cultivation

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How to Repot blue blossom?

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How to Harvest blue blossom?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus

Pests

May be susceptible to scale insects

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The Toxicity of blue blossom

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Attributes of blue blossom

Plant typeShrubs
Height4-8 metres
Spread4-8 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginWestern US

Scientific Classification

Species
Ceanothus thyrsiflorus
Genus
Ceanothus
Family
Rhamnaceae
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