Ceanothus americanus

Ceanothus americanus: Small White Flower Clusters on a Native Mound

New Jersey tea carries clusters of fragrant white flowers above textured green leaves in summer. Yellow young twigs provide winter detail, while the dense rounded shape stays useful between bloom seasons.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 100-125 cm
• Spread: 100-125 cm
• Flower Colour: White
• Flowering Period: June to August
• Foliage: Green
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun / Partial Sun
• Soil Requirements: Average to Dry Soil; Moist to Average Soil

Uses and Benefits: This native shrub fits naturalized beds and low wildlife-friendly borders.

Care Instructions: Choose a permanent, well-drained site and provide careful establishment watering.