Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. griseus - Carmel Ceanothus (Plant) Flora Very showy

Very showy

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Cold Hardy to Less than 15 degrees F Distribution North Coast Ranges

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Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. griseus - Carmel Ceanothus (Plant) Flora Very showyThis large scale groundcover or shrub is good for large slopes and banks. Evergreen and colorful in spring with fragrant blue flowers that attract pollinators. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rhamnaceae Species Name Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. griseus Common Name Carmel Ceanothus Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Blue Flowering Months March, April, May, June,