Hearst's Ceanothus
Ceanothus Hearstiorum
Overview
Hearst's Ceanothus (Ceanothus hearstiorum) is a rare, evergreen shrub native to California's coast. Growing 2-3 feet high and 4-6 feet wide, its compact form boasts glossy green leaves. In spring, it dazzles with clusters of pale blue flowers. Suited for USDA zones 8-10, it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for low-maintenance and water-wise landscapes.
Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–11Type Ground cover, ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 8–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Ground cover, Shrub
- Family
- Rhamnaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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