Hairy Ceanothus
Ceanothus Oliganthus
Overview
The Hairy Ceanothus (Ceanothus oliganthus), a versatile California native, flourishes in full sun to partial shade. Maturing around 6-8 feet tall and wide, this shrub boasts dense green foliage and clusters of fragrant, pale blue to violet flowers in spring. Its drought-tolerant nature suits xeriscaping, while its fast growth provides quick cover. Attracts pollinators and serves as a habitat plant in USDA zones 8-10.
Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 8–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Rhamnaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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