{"product_id":"ceanothus-southmead-3-litre-pot","title":"Ceanothus Southmead 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8ckyg9\" data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"366\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"366\"\u003eCeanothus ‘Southmead’ – Compact California Lilac with Stunning Deep Blue Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eCeanothus ‘Southmead’ is a beautiful compact evergreen shrub, admired for its abundant clusters of rich deep blue flowers and neat, bushy habit. Flowering profusely from late spring into early summer, it creates a spectacular display that almost covers the glossy dark green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"945\"\u003eThe vivid blue blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects, making ‘Southmead’ an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its compact size makes it particularly suitable for smaller gardens where larger ceanothus varieties may become too vigorous.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eThe glossy evergreen leaves provide attractive colour and structure throughout the year, ensuring the shrub remains a valuable feature long after flowering has finished. Its naturally rounded habit requires very little maintenance and works equally well in traditional and contemporary planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eThriving in full sun, Ceanothus ‘Southmead’ performs best in fertile, well-drained soil and a sheltered position. Once established, it is drought tolerant and well suited to coastal gardens, where it tolerates salt-laden winds and exposed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eIdeal as a specimen shrub, informal hedge, or mixed border plant, it brings vibrant spring colour and evergreen structure to gardens of every size.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eReliable, colourful, and easy to grow, Ceanothus ‘Southmead’ is an excellent choice for adding a burst of brilliant blue flowers and year-round foliage interest.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m1v50\" data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eSeasonal Beauty \u0026amp; Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kgb7rr\" data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eSpring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003eMasses of deep blue flowers cover the shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nsdb2v\" data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eSummer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eGlossy evergreen foliage provides lasting structure and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lxfr74\" data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eAutumn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eDense green foliage continues to brighten borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1scsrhx\" data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eWinter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eEvergreen leaves provide year-round interest and shelter for wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r4322d\" data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003eWhy Grow Ceanothus 'Southmead'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003e✔ Abundant deep blue spring flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003e✔ Compact habit ideal for smaller gardens\u003cbr data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003e✔ Attractive glossy evergreen foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003e✔ Excellent for bees and pollinators\u003cbr data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003e✔ Drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e✔ Suitable for coastal gardens\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2425\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rtzfbh\" data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"tcgx6n\" data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003eSmall gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1rmet0\" data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"5hn3on\" data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eCoastal gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1on5uet\" data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003eWildlife-friendly planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"uhjh3l\" data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eFeature shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1bw02e9\" data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eContemporary landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tv5n4b\" data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2612\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun in a sheltered position.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2792\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in most UK gardens; shelter from cold, drying winds in exposed areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2807\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once established.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2993\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly trim immediately after flowering to maintain a compact shape. Avoid cutting into old wood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2995\" data-end=\"3013\"\u003eUltimate Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3028\" data-end=\"3038\"\u003e1.5–2m\u003c\/strong\u003e tall and \u003cstrong data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3058\"\u003e1.5–2m\u003c\/strong\u003e wide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003e \u003ch2 data-section-id=\"czrjq\" data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3074\" data-end=\"3094\"\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3186\"\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1309ld7\" data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3106\"\u003eLavender\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1usoixv\" data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3115\"\u003eCistus\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1p11w7j\" data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003ePittosporum tenuifolium\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"14u5i8\" data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3158\"\u003eHebe varieties\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"678op0\" data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eRosemary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-section-id=\"1up8tdj\" data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3186\"\u003ePhormium tenax\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3438\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCeanothus ‘Southmead’ is a superb compact California Lilac, combining masses of vibrant blue flowers with evergreen foliage and excellent garden performance, making it an ideal choice for adding colour, structure, and pollinator appeal to UK gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56952977490246,"sku":"172856","price":10.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/ceanothus-southmead-3-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}