Hearst's Ceanothus - Ceanothus hearstiorum (Blue)

Hearst's Ceanothus is a rare, low-growing California native shrub prized for its brilliant blue flowers and compact, spreading form. This Ceanothus hearstiorum species matures to 1-2 feet tall with a wider spread, making it exceptional for groundcover applications, rock gardens, and alpine plantings. Extremely drought-tolerant with minimal water requirements once established, it flourishes in full sun and well-draining, sandy soils. The fine-textured evergreen foliage provides year-round structure while attracting native pollinators. Perfect for water-efficient gardens, slope stabilization, and specialized native plant collections.