New Jersey Tea
Ceanothus americanus
Also known as New Jersey Redroot. This durable and drought-tolerant plant produces bright white flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. Use as a groundcover or a low hedge for the most difficult areas of your yard. Species is listed as Threatened in Maine.
BLOOM TIME
- May
- June
SUNLIGHT
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
- Partial Shade
SOIL TYPE
- Well Drained
- Dry
- Moist
- Texture (Sand)
- Texture (Loam)
- pH Acid <6.0
- pH Neutral 6.0-8.0
HEIGHT
1-3'
CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED
1-10
WILDLIFE BENEFITED
Caterpillars, Pollinators, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Artist: Jada Fitch
Photo Credit: Dan Jaffe