Shrubs
Ceanothus impressus Dark Star (Mountain Lilac)
Ceanothus 'Dark Star'
Also known as Dark Star California Lilac
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About This Plant
Ceanothus impressus Dark Star (Mountain Lilac), 'Mountain Lilac', is valued for its garden character and seasonal interest in PNW landscapes.
Ceanothus impressus Dark Star is an ornamental shrub valued for its seasonal interest and the role it plays in the garden landscape.
Full sun to part shade suits this species. Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Hardy USDA Zone 5 to 9. Provide consistent moisture during establishment. Watch for general pest pressures common to the region.
For a Pacific Northwest native shrub of similar character, consider Mahonia aquifolium (Tall Oregon Grape, Oregon state flower), Philadelphus lewisii (Mock Orange), or Holodiscus discolor (Oceanspray) , all support native pollinators and birds.
Plant Details
- Botanical
- Ceanothus 'Dark Star'
- Common name
- Dark Star California Lilac
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Foliage type
- Evergreen
- Mature size
- 5-8 ft tall × 8-10 ft wide
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Bloom time
- Mid-spring
- Bloom color
- Pink, White
- Foliage color
- Green
Care Notes
Garden Attributes
- Pacific NW native
- Deer resistant
- Coastal suitable
- Grown organically
- Pollinator value: Bees, Native specialist bees, Butterflies
- Wildlife: Pollinator support, Larval host, Bird forage, Bird habitat