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Maritime Ceanothus

Ceanothus maritimus

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Basic Information

Family: Rhamnaceae

Genus: ceanothus

Plant ID (slug): ceanothus-maritimus

Numeric ID: 23036

USDA Hardiness: 7-10

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Ceanothus maritimus is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Distribution

South-western N. America - California.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy; Ground Cover;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Ceanothus maritimus Maritime Ceanothus