Carmel ceanothus facts for kids
Ceanothus griseus is a type of flowering shrub. People often call it the Carmel ceanothus or Carmel creeper. The name 'Carmel' comes from the Carmel-by-the-Sea area in California.
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Ceanothus
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What is Carmel Ceanothus?
The Carmel ceanothus shrub can grow quite tall, sometimes over 2 meters (6 feet). It can also spread out wider than it is tall. Its leaves stay green all year round. They have small ridges and slightly jagged edges. The undersides of the leaves feel a bit fuzzy.
Flowers and Fruit
The plant produces many small blue or purple flowers. These flowers grow in dense clusters on thick stems. After the flowers, a sticky black fruit appears. This fruit is about 4 millimeters long. It usually holds three seeds inside.
Where It Grows
This plant is often found in special plant communities. These include the chaparral and coastal scrub areas. These are places with specific types of plants that can handle dry conditions.
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A type of Ceanothus griseus called griseus
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A type of Ceanothus griseus called horizontalis
Where Does It Live?
This specific type of Ceanothus plant grows only in California. When a plant or animal lives only in one place, it is called endemic. You can find it along the California Coast Ranges in the northern two-thirds of the state.
Growing Carmel Ceanothus
Many people like to grow Carmel ceanothus in their gardens. It is a popular plant in the horticulture trade. This means you can buy it from nurseries. It is often used in regular gardens and in native plant gardens. Native plant gardens try to grow plants that naturally belong in the area.
