Ceanothus megacarpus var. insularis
Ceanothus megacarpus var. insularis var. insularis
Island big-pod ceanothus is a large, evergreen California native shrub endemic to the Channel Islands, prized for its clusters of white flowers and wildlife value. It thrives in well-drained, sandy or rocky soils in full sun to part shade and becomes very drought tolerant once established. Avoid summer irrigation and heavy clay soils, which can be fatal to this species.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
72″
Watering Schedule
Every 14-21 Days Once Established • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Established Plants Are Highly Drought Tolerant And Rarely Need Supplemental Irrigation
Soil pH
7 – 8
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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