Grown for its beautiful golden variegated foliage, this low growing shrub spreads 3 – 5 ft. wide and up to 1 ft. high. Scant, light blue flowers in spring contrast nicely with the yellow foliage. Best with light shade in warmer regions. Enjoys some summer water though drought tolerant once established. Discovered from a colony of cultivated Carmel ceanothus in San Francisco in the area known as Diamond Heights.
Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights'
Carmel ceanothus
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- Average Height: 0.5 - 1 ft
- Average Width: 3 - 5 ft
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Our monthly inventory was updated on April 29, 2026. To confirm current availability, please call ahead. We do not ship plants.
| Inventory Notes | 1g |
|---|---|
| 28 available$15.00 each |
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