Californian lilac ‘Dark Star’ (Ceanothus ‘Dark Star’)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Californian lilac ‘Dark Star’ (Ceanothus ‘Dark Star’). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant Californian lilac ‘Dark Star’ in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Ceanothus ‘Dark Star’ can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
• Mediterranean Gardens – can be formal or informal, and are inspired by the vegetation and materials of the hot, dry climates of the Mediterranean region;

Planting type

Californian lilac ‘Dark Star’ is often applied in flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden; but also wall-side borders – that create a very specific microclimate;.