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Ceanothus diversifolius

Also Known As

  • Pinemat

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-12"
  • W: 36"-72"

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Ceanothus diversifolius plant details

Ceanothus diversifolius is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus diversifolius

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 72 IN - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus diversifolius

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Ceanothus diversifolius plant

How to Grow Ceanothus diversifolius

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 10'-30'

Width: 8'-15'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 7'-12'

Width: 7'-12'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Lakeside Ceanothus, San Diego Buckbrush, San Diego Mountain Lilac

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8b-10b

Size

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 8'-12'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5b-10b

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 4'-6'

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 6'-7'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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