Bigpod ceanothus
Ceanothus megacarpus
Bigpod ceanothus is a large, fast-growing California native shrub that produces stunning clusters of white flowers in late winter to early spring and is exceptionally well adapted to dry chaparral conditions. Once established, it is highly drought tolerant and requires very little supplemental water, making it ideal for water-wise and fire-adapted California landscapes. Provide full sun to light shade, excellent drainage, and avoid summer irrigation to keep this beautiful shrub thriving for deca
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
72″
Watering Schedule
Every 14-21 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently Once Established; Allow Soil To Dry Completely Between Waterings To Mimic Its Native Chaparral Con
Soil pH
7 – 8
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Ori Fragman-Sapir (cc-by-nc-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.