Plant Database
Ray Hartman California Lilac
Ceanothus ‘Ray Hartman’
Ray Hartman California Lilac is a classic, fast-growing, large hybrid that is one of the most popular and adaptable garden ceanothus. It quickly forms a majestic, rounded shrub or small tree covered in large clusters of light blue flowers in spring. It is more tolerant of garden conditions, occasional summer water, and a variety of soils than many species. An excellent choice for a fast screen, windbreak, or large specimen.
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Fast-Growing Large Shrub/Tree: Quickly reaches 12-20 feet tall and wide, providing rapid screening.
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Profuse Light Blue Spring Blooms: Covered in large panicles of soft blue flowers.
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Garden-Adaptable Hybrid: Tolerates clay soils better than most and can handle occasional summer irrigation.
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Excellent Wildlife Value: A major nectar source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
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Versatile Landscape Tree: Can be used as a large informal hedge, pruned as a multi-trunk tree, or left as a massive specimen.