Ceanothus thyrsiflorus - Blue Blossom California Lilac

Evergreen shrub or small tree to 30 ft. Shiny dark green leaves with a showy display of blue-violet flowers in spring. Fast growing, makes a nice hedge. Excellent choice for a wildlife garden, especially popular with song birds. Full sun along the coast to part shade inland. Low water. Tolerates clay soils. Hardy to 15° F