Northwest Blooms · Groundcovers
Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis ‘Diamond Heights’
Diamond Heights Carmel Creeper
- Family
- Rhamnaceae
- Height
- 2 to 3 feet
- Width
- 2 to 3 feet
- Flower color
- Pale blue
- Foliage color
- Dark green, glossy
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Low, drought tolerant
- Maintenance
- Low
- Growing zone
- 7 to 10
- Wildlife
- Attractive to bees and butterflies
About this plant
Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights' is a compact, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit, prized for its striking, glossy dark green foliage that provides year-round interest. In late spring to early summer, it bursts into bloom with clusters of small, fragrant, pale blue flowers that attract bees and butterflies. This California Lilac thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little to moderate water. Pruning is generally unnecessary, but can be done after flowering to maintain its shape. Ideal for Mediterranean or coastal gardens, 'Diamond Heights' offers beautiful flowers, attractive foliage, and low maintenance requirements, making it a valuable addition to any garden for year-round beauty and wildlife interest.
Works well in
Pollinator Gardens · Deer-Prone Areas · Native Gardens · Coastal Gardens
Companion plants
Penstemons · Woolly sunflowers · Yarrow · California fescues · Manzanitas · California poppies
Design tip
Position this compact ceanothus where its rounded form can define the front of larger shrub groupings without blocking important views. The layered arrangement creates depth, making garden beds appear fuller while preserving clear sightlines throughout the landscape.
