
Blueblossom (Ceanothus thyrsiflorus)
Blueblossom, also known as Blue blossom ceanothus, Carmel ceanothus
The California Lilac (Ceanothus thyrsiflorus) is an evergreen shrub prevalent on the West Coast of the United States. It features dense clusters of flowers in hues from purple and white to various blues, including light and dark shades. This shrub can reach heights exceeding 6 meters.
Key Facts About Blueblossom
Attributes of Blueblossom
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Height
50 cm to 6 m
Spread
1.5 m to 1.8 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 9 cm
Flower Color
Blue White
Scientific Classification of Blueblossom
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Rosales
Family
Buckthorn
Genus
Redroots
Species
Blueblossom