Ceanothus gloriosus var. gloriosus - Point Reyes Ceanothus (Plant)

A low, spreading shrub with wonderful flower fragrance. Broad dark green leaves. Native to coastal habitats. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rhamnaceae Species Name Ceanothus gloriosus var. gloriosus Common Name Point Reyes Ceanothus Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Inland-Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Blue, Purple, Violet, Lavender Flowering Months March, April, May Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen Height by Width 2ft. x 12ft. Growth Rate Moderate Endangered 4.3 (watch list) Growth Habit Prostrate, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution North Coast (Marin, Sonoma Counties), north Central Coast Natural Habitat Sandy places, coastal bluffs, closed-cone pine forest; below 1,500'