Ceanothus pallidus ‘Marie Simon’ – liliac californian cu flori roz parfumate

Ceanothus pallidus ‘Marie Simon’, also known as pink California lilac or pink summer shrub, is an ornamental shrub valued for its fragrant pink inflorescences, which appear in summer and attract bees and butterflies. Unlike other varieties of Ceanothus, this selection has a compact habit and glossy green foliage, with reddish tints at the base of young shoots.

Unlike other varieties of Ceanothus, this selection has a compact habit and glossy green foliage, with reddish tints at the base of young shoots.

🌿 Common names: pink California lilac, pink summer shrub, ornamental honey shrub.

🌿 Botanical characteristics:

• Full name: Ceanothus pallidus ‘Marie Simon’

• Family: Rhamnaceae

• Origin: North America

• Leaves: Green, glossy, slightly toothed

• Flowers: Pink, fragrant, in dense clusters, July–August

• Habit: Compact shrub, medium size (1–1.5 m) 

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

• Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant after acclimatization

• Hardiness: Down to –15°C; requires winter protection in cold areas

• Maintenance: Light pruning after flowering to stimulate branching

✨ Why choose it:

• Ornamental shrub with rare fragrant pink flowers in landscaping

• Attracts pollinators

• Compact habit, easy to integrate into borders and flower beds

• Rustic and hardy plant

⚠️ Note: In areas with harsh winters, planting in sheltered locations and protecting the roots is recommended.

Height with pot included: ~40 cm