Ceanothus Gloire de Versailles

Ceanothus Gloire de Versailles

Ceanothus Gloire de Versailles is a medium-sized, round-shaped ceanothus. Ceanothus Gloire de Versailles blooms with pale blue flowers that contrast beautifully with the pale green leaves. The flowering period is from July to September.

How to take care of Ceanothus De Versailles

For best results soak the roots for approx. 2 hrs. before planting and water well after planting and for the next few weeks until the roots become established. Choose a shelter sunny position, preferable against a south or west-facing wall.

Applying a general balanced fertilizer in spring after pruning will encourage new growth. When planted in exposed situations Ceanothus De Versailles can be affected by wind and frost injury. If this happens just prune back any frost damaged stems to healthy wood.

Avoid excess moisture levels as they can damage the roots which leads to poor growth. If Ceanothus De Versailles is planted too shallow on chalky soils Ceanothus De Versailles can suffer from yellowing of the leaves between the veins (chlorosis).

Ceanothus De Versaillesis also vulnerable to honey fungus and scale insect attack. Little pruning is required for evergreen varieties, but if you need to prune, then do this in winter or early spring. Propagate deciduous Ceanothus De Versailles shrubs from softwood cuttings from late spring to mid-summer.