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    Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights'

    Also Known As

    • Ceanothus 'Diamond Heights'
    • Diamond Heights Variegated Carmel Creeper

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover

    size

    • H: 1'-2'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

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    Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights' plant details

    Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub with chartreuse, green and variegated foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees 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, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights'

    Plant type: groundcover shrub
    Plant family: rhamnaceae
    Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, green and variegated
    Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: native plant, showy, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights'

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A vibrant low-growing shrub with 1 inch oval, chartreuse to lime-green variegated evergreen leaves. It was discovered in a colony of cultivated Carmel Ceanothus in the Diamond Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. Scant and small, blue, spring flowers are a pleasant contrast with the yellow foliage. Drought tolerant once established. May appreciate light shade in warmer regions. Expect the green to dominate in cooler areas and the yellow in warmer. A truly, lovely ground cover that attracts birds and butterflies.

    By: Forestfarm

    A low-growing, densely spreading form of this species that makes a fine rock garden or ground cover specimen especially for exposed sites. The foliage is dark green with broad lime green margins. The flowers are pale blue and lightly fragrant.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Low growing, evergreen shrub, the leaves pale yellow-green with dark green centers, reaches 1' tall x 3-4' wide in the dry half-shaded garden where there's shade protection from hottest afternoon sun. Lean, well-drained soil is best and little summer water once established. Spring flowers are typical ceanothus, pale blue and attractive to bees. Frost hardy in upper USDA zone 8, handling the latest cold spells easily in good growing conditions.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    This is a stunning variety of Carmel Creeper with foliage in shades of chartreuse and deep forest green. Pale blue flowers arrive in spring, frosting the shiny foliage. An excellent ground cover for even lightly shaded areas, this one grows 1-2' tall and 4-5' wide.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Drought tolerant. Blue flowers. Striking variegated foliage.

    By: Thompson's Nursery

    Gardening facts about Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights' plant

    How to Grow Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

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

    • Special Situation

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

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • chartreuse
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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