Ceanothus repens – Creeping Blue Blossom | Evergreen Shrub

Ceanothus repens – Creeping Blue Blossom

Ceanothus repens is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub that puts on a breathtaking display of powder-blue flower clusters in late spring. Unlike its upright cousins, this prostrate form hugs the ground and spills beautifully over walls, banks, and raised beds, creating a dense, weed-suppressing carpet of glossy dark green foliage topped with a froth of vivid blue in May and June. Fast-growing, drought-tolerant once established, and irresistible to bees, it is one of the most rewarding low-maintenance shrubs for a sunny garden.

Why Choose Ceanothus repens

• Stunning powder-blue flower clusters in May and June — a magnet for bees and pollinators
• Low, spreading habit — ideal for ground cover, banks, slopes, and cascading over walls
• Dense, glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round weed suppression and structure
• Drought-tolerant once established — perfect for dry, sunny borders and gravel gardens
• Fast-growing and easy to establish — makes an impact in its first season
• Excellent for coastal and exposed gardens

Growing Guide

• Position: Full sun; thrives in warm, sheltered spots
• Soil: Well-drained to dry; tolerates poor, sandy, and chalky soils
• Hardiness: Hardy in most of the UK (RHS H4); shelter from hard frosts in colder regions
• Ultimate spread: 1.5–2m wide; height 30–60cm
• Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape; avoid cutting into old wood

Planting & Care Tips

• Plant in full sun with excellent drainage for best flowering and longevity
• Avoid heavy, wet, or waterlogged soils — Ceanothus dislikes sitting in moisture
• No feeding required — lean soils encourage better flowering
• Mulch with gravel around the base to keep the crown dry and suppress weeds

Delivery

Grown and dispatched from Stoneybrook Nursery. All plants are carefully packaged to arrive in excellent condition, ready to plant.