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    Ceanothus hearstiorum

    Also Known As

    • Ceanothus hearstiorum San Simeon
    • Hearst Ranch Buckbrush
    • San Simeon Ceanothus

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 72"-96"

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Ceanothus hearstiorum plant details

    Ceanothus hearstiorum is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus hearstiorum

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: rhamnaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 72 IN - 96 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus hearstiorum

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Small crinkled leaves and dark blue flowers make this fast-growing spreading groundcover (to 1' high) very attractive. S/D

    By: Forestfarm

    Excellent groundcover choice for coastal gardens, this plant forms a dense mat of textured foliage blanketed by medium-blue flowers in spring. Plants reach 1' tall and up to 6' wide in well-drained soils. Native to San Luis Obispo County. Hardy to 10F.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Ceanothus hearstiorum plant

    How to Grow Ceanothus hearstiorum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • seaside / salt tolerant
      • wind tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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