Ceanothus leucodermis, Chapparal Whitethorn

Chapparal Whitethorn

A shrub in the buckthorn Rhamnaceae family that grows up to thirteen feet tall and seven feet wide.  It has white bark and blue flowers that bloom in spring.  It is an excellent choice for soil stabilization because of it's extensive root system.   

Plant with: Ceanothus tomentosus, Ceanothus tomentosus, Ceanothus crassifolius, Scrub Oak species, Rhamnus crocea

Chaparral whitethorn

- Plant in full sun 

- Best in well draining dry rocky soil

- Water once a month once established

- Drought tolerant

- Deer Resistant

- Attracts birds and butterflies

- Hardy up to 15 degrees

-Native to California