Ceanothus griseus hor. 'Yankee Point' |
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Ceanothus, CA Lilac 'Yankee Point' |
Description
Yankee Point is a fast growing shrub that stays near 3' in height with a spread of 6'. It has large, bright green leaves and light blue flowers. It is great for banks and mass plantings. It does well on the coast and in hot inland areas. It attracts hummingbirds, butterflies and beneficial insects. -Cornflower Farms
This plant is on the City of Ashland’s Prohibited Plant List and should only be planted if it is at least 5 feet away from any structure. Prohibited Flammable Plants List Use caution when planting and follow tree and shrub spacing guidelines as outlined in the General Fuel Modification Area Standards found in Ashland’s Municipal Code, Chapter 18.3.10.100 https://ashland.municipal.codes/LandUse/18.3.10.100 Questions? Contact Firewise staff at 541-482-2770.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Ground cover
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Foundation, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Roadside, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.