Ceanothus americanus

New Jersey Tea

A small to medium-sized deciduous shrub with white flowers. Flowers are formed on new and old growth in June and July. New Jersey Tea is very adaptable and useful for native plantings, shrub borders, and roadsides.

It is especially good for wildlife providing cover, pollen, food for caterpillars, and producing nectar for hummingbirds and butterflies. 

  • Native, deciduous shrub
  • White fragrant flowers
  • Great for wildlife

  • Category: Shrub, Native
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-8
  • Height: 3-5 ft
  • Spread: 3-5 ft
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Landscape Characteristics
Flowers
Classification by Use
Drought Tolerant
Mass Planting
Native
Specialty Use
Butterfly Garden
Wildlife Garden
Habit
Compact
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Part Sun
Foliage
Deciduous
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Foliage Color
Green
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ceanothus americanus

Prefers light, well-drained soil but tolerates dry soil as well. Can be grown in full sun or shade. Does well on banks and slopes.