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California Native Plant

Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet'

Santa Barbara Lilac

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Information by: Moosa Creek Nursery        Photographer: Anna Wendorf

 

Description

Valley Violet ceanothus is a spectacular UC Davis Arboretum All-Star selection that was introduced in 2010. Davis All-Stars are all tough, reliable plants that have all been tested in the Arboretum, are easy to grow, have few problems with pests or diseases, and have outstanding qualities in the garden. Valley Violet is one of the best small ceanothus for both costal and inland locations. It forms an attractive mound 2-3’ tall and wide that needs little to no pruning after flowering. This plant is covered with dark green leaves and in spring it is cloaked in clusters of dark-violet flowers. Valley Violet can tolerate full sun or partial shade, heat or cold and is resistant to deer. It attracts many pollinators and beneficial insects and makes a great substitution for non-native lavenders.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Violet

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Roadside, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Check the soil's moisture level before watering.

You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.