Point Reyes Creeper
Ceanothus Gloriosus
Overview
Point Reyes Creeper (Ceanothus gloriosus) is an evergreen shrub native to California. It typically grows 2-3 feet high and spreads 6-12 feet wide, boasting glossy green leaves. In spring, it produces vibrant blue flowers that attract pollinators. This low-maintenance plant is drought-tolerant once established, ideal for erosion control on slopes, and thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils. Zones 8-10.
Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 8–11Type Ground cover, ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 8–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Shrub
- Family
- Rhamnaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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