Valley Violet California Lilac
Ceanothus maritimus 'Valley Violet'
Summary
Valley Violet California lilac is a low-growing evergreen shrub with long arching branches arising from the center; these are smothered in deep lavender flowers from base to tip in very early spring. This particular ceanothus was introduced by the UC Davis Arboretum as a naturally occurring variety of this California native species. It is one of the most versatile of the genus with regard to soil tolerance and in our trial showed no difference in growth or quality between irrigation treatments.
Basic Info
| Submitted by: | UC Davis Arboretum |
| Trial Exposure: | Sun |
| Year evaluated: | 2007 |
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Height & Width
(after 2 years):
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38" x 6'9" - UC Davis
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Reported Height & Width
(at maturity):
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2' x 4' |
| WUCOLS plant type: | Gc N A |
| Water Needs & WUCOLS Region: |
Low - Region 2
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Mean Overall
Appearance rating:
(1-5 Scale, 5 is highest)
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BR - UC Davis
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Flowering Months
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Early Spring - UC Davis |
Growth and Quality Data
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