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Ceanothus gloriosus 'Point Reyes'

Also Known As

  • Ceanothus gloriosus 'Pt. Reyes'

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 10"-24"
  • W: 36"-72"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Ceanothus gloriosus 'Point Reyes' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus gloriosus 'Point Reyes'

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rhamnaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 72 IN - wide, 10 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus gloriosus 'Point Reyes'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fairly prostrate Ceanothus makes a great ground cover in a summer droughty area. Medium blue flowers cover the 8' wide, 2' tall shrub in late spring. Mix with other drought hardy plants in full to part sun. Evergreen and frost hardy in USDA Zone 7.
Zn 7. Blue flowers. Spreading evergreen.

Gardening facts about Ceanothus gloriosus 'Point Reyes' plant

How to Grow Ceanothus gloriosus 'Point Reyes'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • bats
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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