New Jersey Tea – Ceanothus Americanus

Description

This is a beautiful compact deciduous shrub that has a well behaved rounded growing habit. It is a native of Missouri even thought the name insinuating New Jersey. The flower clusters are similar to hydrangea but only about 2 – 3” long. They are wonderfully fragrant, abundant, and it is a good idea to plant them near a deck, patio, or window down wind of their heavenly scent. The youngest twigs are bright yellow and will stand out as a surprising winter interest, in an otherwise dull terrain.