New Jersey Tea

Scientific Name: Ceanothus americanus
Zone: 4-8
Mature Height: 2-3 ft
Mature Width: 3-5 ft
Fruit: Green three section capsule ripening to purple, each capsule contains one seed.
Flowers: Showy white flowers that are fragrant. Good for cutting.
Bloom Time: May to July
Growth Rate: 12”
Soil: Alkaline, moist, sandy, well-drained
Drought Tolerance: Good
Flood Tolerance: Poor
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Yellow
Wildlife Value: Hummingbirds and butterflies. Preferred browse for whitetail deer.