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MARIE GOLD®

New Jersey Tea

Ceanothus

'Minmadore'

PP #5,704

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Marie Gold Ceanothus with foamy pink blooms in landscape Marie Gold Ceanothus in garden with hydrangeas Golden fall foliage color of Marie Gold Ceanothus
  • Drought tolerant
  • Deer resistant
  • Sun loving
Description

A cross between New Jersey tea and more tender ceanothus species, Marie Gold® ceanothus graces early summer with clusters of foamy pink blooms and keeps the rest of the season interesting with bright golden foliage. It is an extremely drought tolerant plant that will struggle in poorly drained or frequently irrigated soils.

USDA Zone
6 - 9 (-10°F/-23°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
2 - 3.5'
Width
3 - 3.5'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Early summer
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color

Soil

Thrives in rocky, dry soils - good drainage is a must.

Pruning

Little pruning is required; prune after blooming if desired, though this will remove the attractive red seedheads. Avoid cutting into thick stems unless you are removing them entirely.

Uses

Mixed borders, perennials beds.

Growing Tips

A very tidy plant, it works well in perennial beds. Plant in full sun for best flowering. Unique textured foliage is of a uniform high quality for extended interest.

Features: Attracts pollinators, Drought tolerant, Foliage interest, Salt tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Ceanothus, Common name: New Jersey Tea, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Summer, Pink flowers,

Features: Attracts pollinators, Drought tolerant, Foliage interest, Salt tolerant

Filters: Botanical genus: Ceanothus, Common name: New Jersey Tea, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, USDA Zone 9, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Summer, Pink flowers,