Ceanothus California Lilac Cuttings - 3 Unrooted 6" Stems, Fragrant Blue Blooms, Drought-Tolerant, Zones 8-10

Ceanothus California Lilac Cuttings

These 3 unrooted Ceanothus cuttings, commonly known as California Lilac, offer a wonderful addition to gardens in USDA zones 8-10. Known for their fragrant blue flower clusters that bloom in late spring to summer, these plants thrive in dry, sunny locations and are well-suited for xeriscaping. Though not a true lilac, their evergreen foliage and drought tolerance make them ideal for low-maintenance landscapes.

Key Features

• Fragrant blue blooms that attract pollinators
• Thrives in poor, dry soils with full sun exposure
• Natural nitrogen-fixing ability to enrich soil
• Deer-resistant foliage in most varieties
• Evergreen and drought-tolerant, supporting sustainable gardening

Growing Information

• Plant in well-draining soil; can tolerate amended clay soils
• Requires full sun, at least 6 hours daily
• Minimal watering needed once established
• Mature size varies by species, typically 3-9 feet tall

These 6-inch cuttings need proper care to root successfully but will reward gardeners with their vibrant blooms and ecological benefits. Ideal for slopes, hedges, or as a focal point in dry gardens.

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice for Live Plants

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.