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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
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
By: Forestfarm
By: Native Sons
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By: Stan Shebs
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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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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 10'-30'
Width: 8'-15'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Hoary Leafed Ceanothus
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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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Pinemat
Plant Type
Shrub, Groundcover
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 4"-12"
Width: 36"-72"
- 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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