A deciduous California lilac that makes a rounded shrub with the signature powdery blue 4-5-in panicles which are proudly and politely held high. Drought-tolerant once established but happiest with at least some summer water.
Foliage is deciduous to semi-deciduous depending on the hardiness zone where it is grown. Prune hard in late fall for more flowers and a more robust form. A cultivar of a cross between a C. coeruleus (Mexico) and C. americanus (Eastern U.S.) known as the French Hybrid.
Mature size: 3-5 ft T x W
Minimum temperature: 0 F
[‘attracts butterflies’, ‘deciduous’, ‘pollinator-friendly’, ‘regular water’, ‘sun’, ‘sun or part shade’, ‘well-draining soil’]
