A native California shrub prized for its vibrant blue flower clusters and evergreen foliage, thriving in drought conditions once established. Excellent for dry gardens, pollinator support, and low-water permaculture landscapes.
Overview
Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–8′ tall × 4–8′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
high
Zone 5aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 5a to Zone 10b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Coastal California
Native to: California
Function & Care
pollinator nectaryerosion controlhedgerow
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Skylark is a compact cultivar ideal for smaller spaces; Concha produces deep, rich blue flower clusters; Anchor Bay is a low-spreading groundcover type suitable for slope stabilization and erosion control.
