New Jersey Tea
Ceanothus americanus
Description
New Jersey Tea is a deciduous shrub native to North America, known for its dense clusters of white flowers and compact growth habit. It was historically used as a tea substitute during the American Revolutionary War, which is how it earned its common name. This drought-tolerant plant is valued for its ability to thrive in poor soils and its importance to pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.
- Life Cycle
- perennial
- Height
- 2 to 4 feet
- Sun Exposure
- Partial sun to full sun
- Bloom Months
- May, June, July
- Bloom Color
- Bloom Description
- The plant produces small, fragrant white flowers.