Compact Perennial Makes a Great Border Plant!Ceanothus (New Jersey Tea or California Lilac) Marie Bleu, Ceanothus x pallidus ‘Grace’, is truly garden worthy and a wonderful addition to mixed borders! Marie Bleu is an outstanding compact plant that is covered with loads of misty blue flower heads in late spring. Red seed head capsules appear after flowering is finished, adding another season of garden interest. Shear lightly after blooming to promote a stronger re-bloom in the summer; trim to shape after flowering. This Ceanothus hybrid combines strong growth, dark green leaves, unusual misty blue flowers, and hardiness, and may die back to the ground in colder regions.* Blooms Spring & Summer* Unique misty blue flowers* Compact nature perfect for border plantings Don’t Prune Lilacs During Fall or Early Spring.