{"product_id":"ceanothus-thyrsiflorus-repens","title":"Ceanothus thyrsiflorus Repens 2 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"270\"\u003eCeanothus thyrsiflorus ‘Repens’ – A Low-Growing Evergreen with Brilliant Blue Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eCeanothus thyrsiflorus ‘Repens’ is a spreading, evergreen shrub valued for its glossy dark green foliage and spectacular clusters of vivid blue flowers that appear in late spring to early summer. Often referred to as a prostrate California lilac, it forms a dense, low-growing carpet that is ideal for ground cover, banks, walls, and coastal gardens. Highly attractive to pollinators and tolerant of wind and salt, this hardy shrub provides year-round structure with a dramatic burst of seasonal colour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eWith its cascading habit and intense blue blooms, Ceanothus thyrsiflorus ‘Repens’ is perfect for adding colour and texture to sunny, well-drained areas of the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eWhy Grow Ceanothus thyrsiflorus ‘Repens’?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eBrilliant Blue Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e – Produces masses of cobalt-blue flower clusters in late spring, creating a striking and memorable display.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eEvergreen Ground Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e – Glossy green leaves provide year-round interest and excellent coverage for slopes and banks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eLow-Growing, Spreading Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ideal for covering ground, softening walls, or cascading over raised beds.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003ePollinator-Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – Highly attractive to bees and butterflies during flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eHardy and Low Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Thrives in well-drained soils, tolerates coastal exposure, and requires minimal pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eHeight and Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eTypically grows to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e30–60cm (1–2ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e tall with a spread of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e1.5–2.5m (5–8ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e, forming a wide, flowing mat of evergreen foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eWhere to Site Your Ceanothus thyrsiflorus ‘Repens’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eBanks and Slopes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent erosion control and ground cover\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eWalls and Raised Beds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cascades attractively over edges\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eCoastal Gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wind- and salt-tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eSunny Borders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds evergreen structure and spring colour\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003ePollinator Gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides valuable nectar\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003eHow to Grow and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e – Prefers well-drained soil; 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Avoid cutting into old wood.\u003cbr data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2493\"\u003eMulching\u003c\/strong\u003e – Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.\u003cbr data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e – Generally trouble-free.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2610\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003ePerfect Plant Combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003eEvergreen Shrubs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hebe, Escallonia, or dwarf conifers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003ePerennials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lavender, Salvia, or hardy Geraniums\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2761\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003eGrasses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornamental grasses for contrast and movement\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2854\"\u003eCoastal Planting Schemes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complements wind-tolerant species\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003eConclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"3155\"\u003eCeanothus thyrsiflorus ‘Repens’ is a vigorous, evergreen ground-cover shrub with stunning blue spring flowers. 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