Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Umpqua Sky', California Lilac dry shade Young stems are bright red

Young stems are bright red

They just need to never dry out

brightening it noticeably — a different flower from the spike of most Hebes

They say eyes are the window to the soul

Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Umpqua Sky', California Lilac dry shade Young stems are bright redAn excellent native selection hails from southwestern Oregon, near the Umpqua River, from which it is named. A prolific bloomer with clouds of soft blue blooms during late spring. This fast growing, incredibly drought tolerant Ceanothus can be tree or shrub like depending on pruning and conditions. It will enjoy full sun to partial shade and tolerates clay soils well. A Xera Plants introduction. Mature size: 18 ft T x 9 ft W in 7 years Minimum