Ceanothus ‘Concha’ — Evergreen Shrub, Bee-Friendly, 3L Pot
Ceanothus ‘Concha’ — Evergreen Shrub, Bee-Friendly, 3L Pot
Ceanothus ‘Concha’ — a hardy garden shrub with deep blue and flowering late spring to early summer. A reliable nectar source for bees and pollinators. Supplied as an established specimen in a 3L pot, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Evergreen Shrub
- Mature size: 2–3 m × 2–3 m
- Flowering: Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June)
- Position: Full Sun, Sheltered
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators
- Supplied as: Single plant in a 3L pot
The detail
Ceanothus 'Concha' is one of the most popular and reliable California Lilac varieties, prized for its spectacular display of deep blue flowers in late spring and early summer. This hardy evergreen shrub produces dense clusters of rich, dark blue blooms set against glossy, dark green foliage, creating a stunning focal point in any garden. When in full flower, the entire plant becomes alive with visiting bees and pollinators, making it a wonderful choice for wildlife-friendly planting schemes.
With its naturally dense, arching habit, Ceanothus 'Concha' is ideal for growing against a sunny, sheltered wall or fence, as a standalone specimen shrub, or as part of a mixed border. It thrives in well-drained soil and a warm, sunny position, and once established, it is both drought-tolerant and low-maintenance. This variety holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM), a mark of its outstanding garden performance.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Ceanothus 'Concha' |
| Mature size | 2–3 m × 2–3 m |
| Growth habit | Dense, Arching Evergreen Shrub |
| Position | Full Sun, Sheltered |
| Flowering | Late Spring to Early Summer (May–June) |
| Hardiness | Hardy (RHS H4) |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators |
| Best for | Sunny Borders, Wall Training, Specimen Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
Frequently asked
How big will it grow?
2–3 m × 2–3 m. Most established shrubs reach mature size within 3–5 years.
When should I plant it?
Container-grown shrubs can be planted year-round in the UK, but autumn and spring give the best establishment. Avoid planting in extreme heat or frozen ground.
When does it flower?
Expect flowers from late spring to early summer (may–june).
What size pot does it arrive in?
Supplied as a single specimen in 3L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.