Ceanothus arboreus 'Ray Hartman' |
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Ray Hartman Ceanothus |
Description
The 'Ray Hartman' is the most commonly grown tree variety. It rarely grows less trhan 15' tall in part shade, burt often makes a broad shrub to 10' tall and 15- wide i nfull sun with restricted watering. Light burgundy buds appear in late winter and early spring, turning to spikes of medium blue flowes with a slight dusty or greyish cast. The smooth, rounded leaves form an excellent browse for deer. -Monterey Bay Nursery
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Spring, Constant
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Seascape
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check soil moisture below the surface with a soil probe or large screwdriver, trowel or shovel. Don't assume the plants need water just because the soil surface looks dry.