Dark Star California Lilac (Ceanothus 'Dark Star') is a striking evergreen California native shrub celebrated for its spectacular cobalt-blue spring flowers. Dense clusters of fragrant blooms cover the branches, creating a vibrant sea of blue that attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Its tiny, rough-textured, dark green leaves provide a rich backdrop to the brilliant flowers and maintain year-round interest. Naturally compact and vase-shaped, this coastal California selection grows wider than tall, making it an excellent choice for sunny slopes, native gardens, and water-wise landscapes. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, Dark Star requires little supplemental water once established and performs best when overwatering is avoided.