Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Snow Flurry'
White Blossom Ceanothus, Wild Lilac
Description
This large shrub reaches 6'-10' tall and wide. It has shiny green, 2" long leaves and profuse large, white flower clusters in spring. It is a California native which attracts hummingbirds, butterflies and beneficial insects. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black, Brown
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.