New Jersey tea (Ceanothus americanus) Seeds
$ 4.75
A low, summer-blooming native shrub with abundant clusters of small white flowers that attract numerous butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. An excellent plant for hot, dry sites. Deer-resistant foliage.
Native to Maine: Yes, but rare. More common to the west and south.
Growing conditions: Sun in dry soil
Grows up to: 3'
Blooms: In mid-summer
Natural habitat: Dry, rocky or sandy outcrops or slopes, meadows, and prairies
Seeds per packet: 30
Germination Code(s): B
"B" seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate. Sow these seeds outdoors in pots from November through mid-February. This species is challenging to grow, and a great species for more experienced seed-sowers.
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