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Ceanothus americanus
New Jersey Tea
Plant Type:
DECIDUOUS SHRUBSCeanothus americanus – Showy oval inflorescence are packed with tiny white florets. The aggregate of florets balloon atop the simple light green serrated summer leaves on this low-grower. New Jersey Tea is an exceptional draw for butterflies, many species of beneficial pollinators and hummingbirds plus exhibits good deer resistance. Full sun in sandy to moderately good soils Ceanothus americanus is drought and lime tolerant once established and is also nitrogen fixing. You will get better performance in better soil but do note: it requires plenty of sun. Dried leaves steeped will brew a quite good, caffeine-free tea. Amerindians utilized roots and bark to treat sore throats and fevers plus a myriad of other applications. From Texas north to Iowa with all states to the east and north plus Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec. Established potted shrub from cutting.
Characteristics and Attributes for Ceanothus americanus
Season of Interest (Flowering)
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
- Spring / Summer / into Autumn
Nature Attraction
- Honey Bees & Native Bees
- Butterflies
- Deer Resistant
Light
- Full Sun
Attributes
- Rock Garden
- Border
- Natural Garden
- Labyrinth
- Edging
- Shrub Border
- Medicinal / Herbal
- Hedge
- Foundation
- Wildlife Garden
- Hedgerow
Growth Rate in the Garden
- Medium
Soil
- Average
- Fertile
- Calcareous
Origins
- Eastern North America
Propagated By
- Cutting Grown