Reader Favorite California Native: Ceanothus
Ceanothus thyrsyflorus ‘Repens.’ Image: Kousvet When I asked readers for native plant favorites not included in our short list of six favorites, we had a few votes for Ceanothus a.k.a California lilac, wild lilac, and soap bush. In case you’re not familiar with this stunning plant, it’s a family of shrubs and ground covers that have dark green leaves and deep purple or sometimes white flowers. The reason I didn’t include it is that it didn’t meet...