{"title":"California Native Shrubs \u0026 Trees","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese native shrubs and trees are the garden's architects—creating structure, privacy, and year-round drama while supporting wildlife with shelter, nesting sites, and food. Perfectly adapted to our Golden State conditions, they thrive with minimal fuss once established, growing stronger and more beautiful each year. From screening neighbors to framing views, they're multitasking marvels that boost curb appeal and property value while nurturing local ecosystems. Plant these living landmarks and watch your garden transform into a thriving California sanctuary! \u003cstrong\u003eShop our online selection of California Native Shrubs \u0026amp; Trees below.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-natives-all\"\u003eCalifornia native plants\u003c\/a\u003e or explore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plant-types\"\u003eplants by type\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ceanothus-ray-hartman","title":"Ceanothus - Ray Hartman","description":"\u003cp\u003eBig, bold, beautiful, and blessedly accommodating for a California lilac, Ceanothus ‘Ray Hartman’ is one of the finest selections for garden use. This evergreen California native hybrid develops handsome dark foliage and great clouds of medium sky-blue flowers in early spring, when bees and other pollinators descend upon it with audible enthusiasm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFast growth carries it to roughly 12–20 feet tall and 10–20 feet wide, depending on climate and training. Grow it as a broad screen, a commanding habitat shrub, or prune it up into a handsome small tree. Its glossy leaves provide year-round structure, while the spring flower clusters look marvelous above manzanitas, native grasses, buckwheats, and other dry-garden companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive ‘Ray Hartman’ full sun and well-drained soil. Once established it is highly drought tolerant and generally needs little summer irrigation; excessive water and soil disturbance can shorten the life of ceanothus. It is more adaptable to clay and occasional garden water than many members of the genus and tolerates temperatures around 10–15°F. Protect young growth where deer pressure is heavy. Quick, substantial, and spectacular in bloom, it earns its reputation as a superb landscape California lilac. Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shrubs-trees-ceanothus\"\u003eCeanothus collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478189572155,"sku":"AA544","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA142_2597_Ceanothus_1.jpg?v=1778000265"},{"product_id":"eriogonum-nudum-ella-nelsons-yellow","title":"Eriogonum nudum - Ella Nelson's Yellow","description":"\u003cp\u003eShowy, airy, and absolutely beloved by pollinators, \u003cem\u003eEriogonum nudum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Ella Nelson’s Yellow’ creates a cloud of electrifying yellow pom-poms above low native foliage. This delightful naked buckwheat selection was found by Eric Nelson and named in honor of his grandmother, a lifelong gardener — a sweet story for a seriously useful California native perennial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMassive sprays of flowers can reach about 3' tall and 2' wide, bursting into bloom in spring and continuing through summer above a low mound of foliage. As the season shifts, the blooms age into rich rusty red and golden umber tones, adding even more texture and interest. Excellent for native plant gardens, dry borders, rocky slopes, pollinator gardens, and habitat plantings, it attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects in abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eEriogonum nudum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Ella Nelson’s Yellow’ in full sun with very well-drained soil. Drought tolerant and easy once established, it is happiest in open, lean, rocky conditions. Explore more habitat-friendly plants in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eCalifornia Native Perennials collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478190719035,"sku":"AA068","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Eriogonumnudum-EllaNelson_sYellow.png?v=1778071423"},{"product_id":"salvia-bullulata-pale-form","title":"Salvia bullulata - Pale Form","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first time we saw turquoise blooms on a salvia, we were smitten. \u003cem\u003eSalvia bullulata\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Pale Form’ is a rare and remarkable sage from northern Peru, producing copious white-tipped, turquoise sky-blue flowers on upright and arching wands from late spring into December in mild climates. The color is fresh, surprising, and completely garden-stopping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Pale Form Salvia, this shrubby perennial grows about 2–3' tall and 3' wide, with a pleasingly bushy habit and handsome quilted deep green leaves. Hummingbirds love the tubular blooms, and the long flowering season makes it a treasure for pollinator gardens, part-sun borders, collector plantings, and large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eSalvia bullulata\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Pale Form’ in rich, well-drained soil with regular water and protection from hard frosts. Give it sun to part shade and enough room for its graceful arching stems. Deer resistant, unusual, and wonderfully floriferous, this sage is a true conversation plant. Explore more pollinator favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/shrubs-trees-salvia\"\u003eSalvia - Sage collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478191734843,"sku":"AA286","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA278_4982_Salvia_bullulata_1.jpg?v=1778001436"},{"product_id":"ceanothus-gloriosus-anchor-bay","title":"Ceanothus gloriosus - Anchor Bay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe’re awfully fond of this ground-hugging California native, and with good reason. \u003cem\u003eCeanothus gloriosus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Anchor Bay’ makes a dense evergreen mound of dark, lustrous foliage that stays handsome all year, then absolutely lets loose in spring with a lavish display of bright blue flowers. It’s a pollinator magnet, drawing in bees, butterflies, and other welcome garden visitors, and it’s especially fine spilling over slopes, softening borders, or rambling through naturalistic plantings. Tough, tidy, and very good-looking, it thrives in well-drained soil with little water once established, though inland gardens appreciate a bit of shade and occasional summer water. Deer resistant, drought tolerant, and wonderfully useful in dry California gardens. About 1–2' tall and 6–8' wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLooking for plants for hot, dry, and hard-to-water areas? Our blog shares tips for choosing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/blogs\/news\/problem-solving-plants-for-neglected-areas-and-hot-and-dry-hillsides\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Problem-Solving Plants for Hot, Dry, and Hard-to-Water Areas\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eeye-catching tough plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a California lilac for spreading sideways rather than reaching for the sky. ‘Anchor Bay’ forms a broad, ground-hugging evergreen shrub with glossy, dark leaves and a handsome, muscular texture that looks good even when the flowers are finished. In spring, the foliage nearly disappears beneath clusters of intense cobalt-blue bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it on banks, over retaining walls, along a dry border, or wherever a low woody groundcover can help cover soil without looking flat. It is particularly well suited to coastal gardens and other mild, summer-dry settings. Once established, unnecessary summer irrigation is more likely to annoy it than impress it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shrubs-trees-ceanothus\"\u003eExplore more Ceanothus and California lilacs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478193307707,"sku":"AA542","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AnchorBay1.png?v=1777783934"},{"product_id":"eriogonum-latifolium-seaside-buckwheat","title":"Eriogonum latifolium - Seaside Buckwheat","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne could sell tickets to the summer pollination show staged by \u003cem\u003eEriogonum latifolium\u003c\/em\u003e. Bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects mob the flower clusters, while the plant also supports the caterpillars of several native butterflies, including blues and hairstreaks. Happily, this habitat value arrives in a very handsome package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeaside Buckwheat forms a compact mound about 12–18 inches tall and roughly 2 feet wide, clothed in softly felted blue-gray, spoon-shaped leaves. Rounded clusters of delicate pink and white flowers age to rusty rose and remain attractive as they dry into fall. The shifting colors look marvelous beside native grasses, coastal sages, California fuchsias, and silver foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive this California coastal native full sun and excellent drainage. Once established, it tolerates drought, salt spray, wind, and deer browsing remarkably well. In hot inland gardens, occasional summer water can keep it looking fuller; near the coast it generally wants much less. Use it along edges, on slopes, in habitat gardens, or in a broad container where the flowers can be watched at insect level. Durable, textural, and ecologically busy, it is a small shrub with an enormous amount going on. Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eExplore more California native perennials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478194454587,"sku":"AA300","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Eriogonum_latifolium_-_Seaside.jpg?v=1777769631"},{"product_id":"artemisia-pycnocephala-davids-choice","title":"Artemisia pycnocephala - David's Choice","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoft, silvery, and beautifully low maintenance, \u003cem\u003eArtemisia pycnocephala\u003c\/em\u003e ‘David’s Choice’ is a California native foliage perennial with a refined coastal look. Its bright silver-gray leaves form a handsome, textural mound that brings year-round contrast to dry gardens, native plantings, sunny borders, and low-water landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as beach sagewort, this hardy artemisia is excellent for pairing with California poppies, native sages, buckwheats, penstemons, yarrow, grasses, and other drought tolerant perennials. In summer, subtle yellow flowers add seasonal interest, but the real prize is the luminous foliage, which softens plantings and makes neighboring flower colors look even richer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eArtemisia pycnocephala\u003c\/em\u003e ‘David’s Choice’ in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. It needs little water once established and is a strong choice for gardeners who want durable, beautiful foliage with minimal fuss. Trim as needed to keep it tidy. Explore more water-wise natives in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eCalifornia Native Perennials collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe foliage mound is generally 6–12 inches tall and may spread 2–3 feet, so give it enough room to soften a border edge. Shearing away the comparatively modest flower stems keeps the silver cushion dense and prevents the center from becoming woody.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478196224059,"sku":"AA119","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/ca01ec28-275b-4e7e-8ff0-ee8588758e15.jpg?v=1777763742"},{"product_id":"ribes-viburnifolium","title":"Ribes viburnifolium","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRibes viburnifolium\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly called Catalina Perfume or evergreen currant, is a wonderfully useful California native shrub for dry shade and woodland-style gardens. Its glossy, aromatic leaves release a spicy, resinous fragrance when brushed, making it a pleasure along shaded paths, under oaks, or near seating areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis low, spreading evergreen shrub forms a handsome groundcover-like mass, perfect for oak understory plantings, native gardens, slopes, dry borders, and shaded banks where many plants struggle. Small burgundy to reddish flowers appear in season, attracting hummingbirds and beneficial insects, while the dense foliage provides year-round texture and habitat value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eRibes viburnifolium\u003c\/em\u003e in shade to part shade with well-drained soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and beautifully adapted to low-water California gardens, though occasional summer water can keep it looking fuller. Avoid overwatering and give it room to spread naturally. Fragrant, evergreen, and quietly elegant, Catalina Perfume is a superb native shrub for tough shaded spaces. Explore more useful woody plants in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/shrubs-trees\"\u003eShrubs \u0026amp; Trees collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478196289595,"sku":"AA272","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA272_5774_Ribes_viburnifolium_1.jpg?v=1777994200"},{"product_id":"ceanothus-x-pallidus-marie-simon","title":"Ceanothus x pallidus - Marie Simon","description":"\u003cp\u003eGorgeous, useful, hardy, and still not nearly well-known enough, \u003cem\u003eCeanothus\u003c\/em\u003e x \u003cem\u003epallidus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Marie Simon’ is an adaptable California lilac hybrid with a softer, more romantic look than many ceanothus. Airy clusters of pink flowers cover the shrub in season, bringing unusual color, pollinator value, and graceful structure to mixed borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Marie Simon ceanothus or pink California lilac, this East Coast and West Coast hybrid is easygoing, cold hardy, and tolerant of poor clay-ish soil as well as richer loam. Its open habit fits beautifully among roses, salvias, grasses, yarrow, buckwheats, and other drought tolerant shrubs and perennials. Bees and butterflies appreciate the abundant blooms, while gardeners love its adaptable nature and elegant presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eCeanothus\u003c\/em\u003e x \u003cem\u003epallidus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Marie Simon’ in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Provide moderate water while establishing, then reduce as appropriate. Hardy, graceful, and wonderfully uncommon, it deserves more garden fame. 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Also known as California fuchsia or hummingbird flower, it bursts into bloom from late summer into fall, just when the garden could use a fiery little encore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense, shimmery gray-green foliage spreads quickly by the roots to form a rounded mat about 6\" tall and 4–5' wide, perfect for low-maintenance slopes, driveway edges, pathways, raised beds, and spilling over walls. The brilliant 1.5\" trumpet flowers are a hummingbird magnet, bringing motion, color, and wild delight to water-wise plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant ‘Everett’s Choice’ California fuchsia in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Tough, vigorous, heat tolerant, drought tolerant, and deer resistant, it appreciates at least occasional summer water for the lushest display. Cut back to about 1\" in winter. Explore more habitat-friendly favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eCalifornia Native Perennials collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478196682811,"sku":"AA073","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA073_5262_Zauschneria_californica_var_latifolium___Everetts_Choice_1.jpg?v=1777769817"},{"product_id":"ceanothus-hearstiorum","title":"Ceanothus hearstiorum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCeanothus hearstiorum\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautiful and useful evergreen groundcover California lilac for tough sites, including heavy clay. Native to the San Luis Obispo County coastline, this low-growing California native shrub forms a dense, spreading mat of small, dark green leaves that looks polished and handsome year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn spring, clusters of soft blue flowers appear above the foliage, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while adding a gentle wash of color. Hearst’s Ceanothus is excellent for slopes, dry borders, native plant gardens, erosion control, coastal plantings, and low-water landscapes where a flat, evergreen ground cover is needed. Its tidy habit also makes it useful along paths and retaining walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eCeanothus hearstiorum\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and more clay tolerant than many ceanothus varieties, though good drainage is still appreciated. Avoid heavy summer water for best long-term performance. 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Stiff, branching stems form a handsome base about 2' tall and up to 5' wide, with tall spring flower spikes rising above the foliage and carrying small white blooms that bees happily visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Sage is a beautiful choice for native plant gardens, water-wise landscapes, dry slopes, habitat plantings, and sunny borders where bold foliage and fragrance matter as much as flowers. Its pale leaves glow beautifully against darker green shrubs, buckwheats, penstemons, California poppies, and ornamental grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eSalvia apiana\u003c\/em\u003e in full sun with very well-drained soil. Good drainage is essential, and this heat-loving sage prefers little to no summer water once established. Prune spent flower spikes after bloom to encourage a compact shape. 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Rich raspberry-cherry blooms cover the plant in season, creating a vivid show that hummingbirds and butterflies find nearly impossible to ignore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as sticky monkey flower or bush monkeyflower, this vigorous native shrub is a natural fit for dry gardens, native plantings, slopes, habitat borders, rock gardens, and large containers. The colorful tubular flowers stand out beautifully against green foliage and pair well with sages, buckwheats, yarrow, California fuchsia, grasses, and other drought tolerant California natives. It brings that wild, sunny, chaparral charm without needing a pampered garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Mimulus ‘Cherry’ in full sun to part shade with excellent drainage. Once established, it is drought tolerant and happiest with little summer water, though occasional irrigation can keep it greener and bloomier. Avoid soggy soil for best performance. 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Originally developed at Las Pilitas Nursery, this California native hybrid brings gardeners the best of both worlds: the heady, resinous scent and whorled violet-blue blooms of clevelandii with the tough, adaptable nature of leucophylla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true survivor plant, Pozo Blue laughs in the face of heat, drought, and even clay-ish soils (yes, the kind that make other sages pout). Once established, its one of the most resilient and low-maintenance perennials you can grow. Deer tend to steer clear thanks to its aromatic foliage, but pollinators can’t get enough! Expect a steady parade of hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees visiting from June through October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing to about 4 x 4, Pozo Blue makes a striking feature in waterwise landscapes, native gardens, and sunny slopes. It also thrives in large containers (15+ gallons)perfect for patios where you can enjoy that incredible, head-turning fragrance up close. Its silvery-green, textured foliage provides year-round appeal, contrasting beautifully with other California natives like Eriogonum, Artemisia, or Penstemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, plant in full sun and well-draining soil. Once established, deep but infrequent watering will keep it happy. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.  If you're into sensory gardening, Pozo Blue is a must. Just brushing the leaves releases a burst of that signature sage scent that says California summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFun Fact: The name Pozo Blue comes from the Pozo region in San Luis Obispo County, where the hybrid was first discovered, an area known for its rugged beauty and wildflower diversity. 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It is handsome, useful, and very much not a plant for a tiny gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis coastal California native is a splendid choice for slopes, banks, broad dry borders, and large native plantings where its spreading habit can suppress weeds and knit the landscape together. The flowers hum with bees and other beneficial insects, while the evergreen leaves provide structure all year. Pair it with manzanitas, sages, buckwheats, California poppies, and native grasses for layered foliage and a long season of habitat value.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in sun near the coast or give some afternoon relief in hotter inland gardens. Excellent drainage is essential. Water regularly during the first year, then reduce summer irrigation as the plant establishes; frequent warm-season watering and heavy soil can shorten the life of a ceanothus. Choose its mature space carefully because established plants resent hard pruning and root disturbance. See more blue-flowered native workhorses in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/shrubs-trees-ceanothus\"\u003eCeanothus collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478197665851,"sku":"AA126","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/69027546-9aad-49a1-9561-79ad421120e9.jpg?v=1777735190"},{"product_id":"ceanothus-julia-phelps","title":"Ceanothus - Julia Phelps","description":"\u003cp\u003eYes, THIS is the \"California Lilac\" variety that creates such a mind-bending solid and textural cloud of richest indigo-purple bloom in Spring. To 6-8' tall and wide and well, incredibly gorgeous, it's also fragrant in and out of bloom. Toss in some contrast enhancing orange or yellow California poppies nearby and oooh baby baby! Handsome, dense, glossy and crinkly deep evergreen foliage. Provides seed and shelter for the birds - including quail - and serves up nectar for the bees and butterflies. Unsurpassed for native, xeric and fire resistant landscaping where soil is infertile, drainage is fine (slopes especially) and Summer water is very low to non-existent. Hardy to 12-15 degrees F. Deer resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant type: Shrub, Flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot Size: 4-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLife Span: Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower Colors: Blue-Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloom Time: Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZones: Zone 7–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Exposure: Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater needs: Low Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re inspired by the beauty and resilience of California native plants, explore even more options in our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/annuals-california-natives\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAnnie's Annuals California Natives collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand bring the charm of native blooms to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478201040955,"sku":"AA078","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/43c3e3cf-86cb-4923-bb56-a4c76fe3d9dc.jpg?v=1777773702"},{"product_id":"ceanothus-dark-star","title":"Ceanothus - Dark Star","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep blue, fragrant, and absolutely smothered in bloom, Ceanothus ‘Dark Star’ is one of the most striking California native evergreen shrubs. From late winter into early spring, royal blue flower clusters cover the plant, creating a dazzling display for gardeners and a feast for butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as California lilac, ‘Dark Star’ grows up to 8' tall and 6' wide, with tiny glossy dark green leaves and a structure that can become tree-like with age. It looks especially dramatic planted near gray foliage, white flowers, grasses, sages, manzanitas, and other water-wise native plants. Best suited to coastal gardens and mild climates, it brings bold color, habitat value, and year-round structure to dry borders and native landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Ceanothus ‘Dark Star’ in full sun with excellent drainage. Once established, it prefers little to no summer water and resents soggy conditions. Prune lightly after bloom if needed. Explore more spectacular native shrubs in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/shrubs-trees-ceanothus\" title=\"Product Collection - Ceanothus - California Lilac\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeanothus - California Lilac collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478201892923,"sku":"AA103","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA103_2645_Ceanothus___Dark_Star_1.jpg?v=1777769907"},{"product_id":"salvia-clevelandii-winifred-gilman","title":"Salvia clevelandii - Winifred Gilman","description":"\u003cp\u003eRichly fragrant, beautifully rounded, and wonderfully useful in dry gardens, \u003cem\u003eSalvia clevelandii\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Winifred Gilman’ is one of the most desirable California native sages. Its aromatic foliage forms a handsome 3' x 3' shrub, topped in May and June with whorls of tubular violet-blue flowers that hummingbirds find absolutely irresistible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Cleveland sage or Winifred Gilman sage, this evergreen native shrub makes an outstanding backbone for water-wise plantings, difficult sunny sites, dry borders, slopes, habitat gardens, and native landscapes. The fragrant foliage adds year-round presence, while the bloom spikes pair beautifully with buckwheats, penstemons, yarrow, California poppies, grasses, and silver foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eSalvia clevelandii\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Winifred Gilman’ in full sun with excellent drainage. This sage dislikes soggy roots and performs best in lean, well-drained soil with little summer water once established. Deer resistant, pollinator-friendly, and aromatic, it is a classic native salvia for dry California gardens. Explore more fragrant favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/shrubs-trees-salvia\"\u003eSalvia - Sage collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478201925691,"sku":"AA216","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA281_912_Salvia_Clevelandii___Winifred_Gilman_2.jpg?v=1777992284"},{"product_id":"mimulus-aurantiacus-point-molate-form","title":"Mimulus aurantiacus - Point Molate Form","description":"\u003cp\u003eA super drought tolerant California native, \u003cem\u003eMimulus aurantiacus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Point Molate Form’ is a rugged and beautiful bush monkeyflower discovered in the hills above Point Molate. Growing about 3–4' tall, it produces cheerful tubular blooms that are usually golden yellow, adding bright native color to dry gardens, slopes, rock gardens, and habitat plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as sticky monkey flower, this tough native shrub is a magnet for hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. Its upright, natural habit makes it excellent for chaparral-style landscapes, native borders, coastal-influenced gardens, and low-water plantings where resilience matters. Pair it with California sages, buckwheats, yarrow, penstemons, grasses, and California fuchsia for a glowing, pollinator-rich display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eMimulus aurantiacus\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Point Molate Form’ in full sun to part shade with excellent drainage. Once established, it needs little to no summer water, though occasional irrigation can keep plants greener and extend bloom. Avoid overly rich or soggy soil. Explore more colorful natives in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/mimulus-monkey-flowers\"\u003eMimulus - Monkey Flowers collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478202023995,"sku":"AA177","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA177_2916_Mimulus_aurantiacus___Point_Molate_Form_2.jpg?v=1777770013"},{"product_id":"salvia-sonomensis-x-mellifera-mrs-beard","title":"Salvia sonomensis x mellifera - Mrs. Beard","description":"\u003cp\u003eLow, fragrant, and fabulously California, Salvia ‘Mrs. Beard’ is a drought tolerant native sage hybrid with aromatic foliage and soft lavender-blue flower spikes. A cross of Sonoma sage and black sage, this spreading evergreen shrub brings rugged beauty and pollinator value to dry gardens, slopes, pathways, oak edges, and sunny borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Mrs. Beard Sage, it forms a natural-looking mound of fragrant foliage that works beautifully as a low groundcover or border softener. In spring, the flower spikes attract bees, beneficial insects, butterflies, and other pollinators, while the foliage adds year-round texture. Pair it with buckwheats, California poppies, yarrows, native grasses, coyote mint, and other water-wise California native perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Salvia ‘Mrs. Beard’ in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Once established, it needs little summer water and is an excellent choice for low-maintenance native landscapes. Deer resistant, aromatic, and quietly glamorous, this sage brings easy habitat value to the garden. Explore more fragrant favorites in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/shrubs-trees-salvia\"\u003eSalvia - Sage collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478202941499,"sku":"AA612","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Salviasonomensisxmellifera_Mrs.Beard-2.jpg?v=1777747516"},{"product_id":"eriogonum-grande-rubescens","title":"Eriogonum grande rubescens","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere is a California native that manages to be both perfectly civilized and a little bit wild. \u003cem\u003eEriogonum grande\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003erubescens\u003c\/em\u003e, or red-flowered buckwheat, makes a low cushion of softly textured gray-green leaves, then sends up a flotilla of rosy pink to deep red flower clusters. The rounded blooms age handsomely rather than collapsing overnight, so the plant keeps its good looks well beyond the first flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to California’s Channel Islands, this compact perennial is especially useful near the front of a sunny border, along a path, in a rock garden, or spilling over the edge of a dry garden bed. It generally stays about 10–18 inches tall but can widen to roughly 3 feet, creating a substantial patch without towering over its neighbors. Pair it with silvery sages, small grasses, dudleyas, or blue-flowered natives for a combination that looks unmistakably Californian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are busy little gathering places for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Give it full sun, sharp drainage, and modest water while it settles in; established plants prefer a leaner, drier summer routine. In heavy soil, a mound or raised position is worth the trouble. Explore more locally adapted beauties in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/california-native-perennials\"\u003eCalifornia Native Perennials collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43478204284987,"sku":"AA223","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA223_1485_Eriogonum_grande_rubescens_3.jpg?v=1777770393"},{"product_id":"artemisia-californica-canyon-grey","title":"Artemisia californica - Canyon Grey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilvery, soft, and impossibly graceful as it tumbles down a slope, \u003cem\u003eArtemisia californica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Canyon Grey' is a prostrate form of California Sagebrush selected from Santa Cruz Island for its low, spreading habit. \u003c\/strong\u003eFeathery, finely divided silver-gray foliage flows outward in a billowing mound just 1 to 2 feet tall but spreading 6 to 10 feet wide, releasing a clean, herbaceous sage fragrance the moment it's brushed. Tiny, inconspicuous yellowish flowers appear in late summer and fall, but it's the foliage that does the real work here — a beautiful, scented year-round groundcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA bombproof California native perennial hardy in zones 7-10, 'Canyon Grey' is deeply drought-tolerant, fire-resistant, deer-resistant, and one of the toughest evergreen groundcovers around. \u003c\/strong\u003eIt thrives in full sun on lean, well-drained soil, asks for no summer water once established, and supports a remarkable diversity of native pollinators and beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it to drape over retaining walls, soften the edge of a path, blanket a sunny bank, or carpet a dry slope where its silvery foliage will catch the light beautifully against deeper greens. \u003cstrong\u003eA true workhorse of the California-native landscape.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-groundcovers\"\u003eExplore more California Native Groundcovers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43541661548603,"sku":"AA651","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Artemisiacalifornica-CanyonGrey1.png?v=1779576104"},{"product_id":"eriogonum-fasciculatum-warriner-lytle","title":"Eriogonum fasciculatum - Warriner Lytle","description":"\u003cp\u003eTough, low-slung, and absolutely buzzing with pollinators, \u003cem\u003eEriogonum fasciculatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Warriner Lytle' is a prostrate selection of California Buckwheat that turns into a wildlife haven every summer. Dense, mounding cushions of needle-like evergreen foliage spread 4 to 6 feet across while staying just 1 to 2 feet tall, topped from summer through fall with cloud-like clusters of tiny white flowers that age to a soft rust-pink. It's a slow-motion fireworks show that lasts for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bombproof California native perennial hardy in zones 7-10, 'Warriner Lytle' is deeply drought-tolerant, fire-resistant, and one of the single most valuable pollinator plants in the dry-garden palette. Native bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects of all kinds adore the blooms — California Buckwheat supports more pollinator species than nearly any other native plant. It's deer-resistant and effectively maintenance-free once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it as a low evergreen groundcover, drape it over retaining walls, or plant it en masse on sun-baked slopes for erosion control and habitat in one. A workhorse of the California-native garden and a must-have for serious pollinator gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-groundcovers\"\u003eExplore more California Native Groundcovers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43541661614139,"sku":"AA653","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Eriogonumfasciculatum-WarrinerLytle2.png?v=1779576044"},{"product_id":"epilobium-canum-california-fuchsia","title":"Epilobium canum - California Fuchsia","description":"\u003cp\u003eFiery, fearless, and quintessentially Californian, \u003cem\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/em\u003e is the classic California Fuchsia gardeners have loved for generations. From late summer into fall, this scrappy native erupts with cascading clusters of slender, tubular flowers in vivid orange-red — exactly the color and shape that drives hummingbirds wild. Narrow gray-green foliage on upright to gently arching stems forms a 12- to 24-inch mound that practically vanishes beneath the bloom show at peak season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tough, drought-tolerant native perennial hardy in zones 7-10, California Fuchsia thrives in full sun on lean, well-drained soil and asks for almost no summer water once established. It's deer-resistant and one of the most important late-season nectar plants for hummingbirds preparing for migration. Bees and butterflies visit, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it on dry slopes, in sun-baked borders, or alongside other California natives like buckwheat, manzanita, and sage for a vibrant, water-wise garden that explodes with color just as summer is winding down. A true Western classic that deserves a spot in every dry garden. To see more California Fuschia plants, please enjoy our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/epilobium-canum-california-fuchsia\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Epilobium canum collection\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43541661679675,"sku":"AA650","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Epilobiumcalifornica2.png?v=1784654109"},{"product_id":"epilobium-canum-everetts-choice","title":"Epilobium canum - Everett's Choice","description":"\u003cp\u003eLow, lush, and seriously prolific, \u003cem\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Everett's Choice' is a California Fuchsia selected for its glorious orange-red blooms and beautifully prostrate, spreading habit. Slender, tubular flowers in a bright, hot orange-red erupt from late summer into fall, blanketing a wide mat of silvery, narrow foliage that stays handsome even when the plant is between flushes. At just 6 to 12 inches tall but spreading 2 to 3 feet wide, this is a groundcover-style fuchsia that hugs slopes and borders like nothing else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA drought-tolerant California native perennial hardy in zones 7-10, 'Everett's Choice' thrives in full sun and the leanest, driest of soils — no summer water needed once established. Hummingbirds find it absolutely irresistible, with the tubular flowers seemingly engineered for them, and the silver foliage offers beautiful year-round contrast. It's deer-resistant and one of the easiest natives to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it to cover dry, sunny slopes, drape over retaining walls, or carpet the front of a low-water border. A standout selection for California-native and Mediterranean-style gardens, and a hummingbird magnet from August through frost.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e To see more California Fuschia plants, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/epilobium-canum-california-fuchsia\" title=\"Epilobium canum collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43541661712443,"sku":"AA655","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Epilobiumcanum-Everett_sChoice1.png?v=1779569039"},{"product_id":"epilobium-canum-marin-pink","title":"Epilobium canum - Marin Pink","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoft, romantic, and gently glowing, \u003cem\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Marin Pink' offers a quieter, more delicate take on the classic California Fuchsia. Slender, tubular blooms in a clear, soft pink open in late summer and continue through fall, dancing above a tidy clump of narrow gray-green foliage. Reaching about 12 to 18 inches tall and gently spreading, 'Marin Pink' brings a graceful, almost ethereal quality to the California-native garden — like a sunset captured in plant form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drought-tolerant evergreen perennial is right at home in zones 7-10, where it thrives on full sun, lean soil, and minimal summer water once established. Hummingbirds adore the tubular flowers and visit constantly through the late season, when so many other plants have already finished blooming. It's deer-resistant, beginner-friendly, and a wonderful candidate for sustainable, water-wise gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair 'Marin Pink' with silvery artemisias, golden California buckwheats, and other natives for a soft, sunset-toned planting that practically takes care of itself. A graceful, generous performer for the late-season garden.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e To see more California Fuschia plants, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/epilobium-canum-california-fuchsia\" title=\"Epilobium canum collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43541661745211,"sku":"AA658","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Epilobiumcanum-MarinPink1.png?v=1779568996"},{"product_id":"epilobium-sierra-salmon","title":"Epilobium canum - Sierra Salmon","description":"\u003cp\u003eSoft, glowing, and irresistibly luminous in late-summer light, \u003cem\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Sierra Salmon' is a California Fuchsia in a deliciously unusual color. Where the classic species blooms in fiery orange-red, 'Sierra Salmon' opts for a luminous salmon-pink that practically glows against narrow gray-green foliage — a softer, sunset-toned twist on a beloved native. The plant forms a tidy, slowly spreading clump of about 12 to 18 inches, blanketing itself with masses of slender tubular flowers from late summer well into fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tough, drought-tolerant California native perennial hardy in zones 7-10, 'Sierra Salmon' thrives in full sun, asks for very little water once established, and shrugs off the long, dry months that send other plants into hiding. Hummingbirds find it absolutely magnetic — those long tubular flowers are tailor-made for them — and the late-season bloom timing makes it especially valuable for migrating birds and pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it on a sunny slope, in a dry border, or alongside silvery sages and California buckwheats for a softer, more nuanced take on the classic native garden palette. A standout cultivar for water-wise gardeners. To see more California Fuschia plants, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/epilobium-canum-california-fuchsia\" title=\"Epilobium canum collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEpilobium canum\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43541661777979,"sku":"AA662","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Epilobium-SierraSalmon1.png?v=1779568976"},{"product_id":"lepechinia-fragrans","title":"Lepechinia fragrans","description":"\u003cp\u003eAromatic, sculptural, and seriously underused, \u003cem\u003eLepechinia fragrans\u003c\/em\u003e is a California-native shrub with the kind of quiet presence that steals the show. Soft, gray-green felted leaves release a heady, sage-like fragrance the moment they're brushed, while slender stems carry long parades of pale lavender to dusty-pink tubular flowers from spring into summer. This Channel Islands endemic grows into a relaxed, mounding shrub about 4 to 5 feet tall, with all the elegance of a Mediterranean herb and none of the fussiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrant Pitcher Sage thrives in full sun to part shade in lean, well-drained soils and shrugs off summer drought once established. It's deeply deer-resistant, beloved by hummingbirds and other pollinators, and adds wonderful evergreen structure to dry gardens. Hardy in zones 8-10, it appreciates a light pruning after bloom to keep its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it in a hot, dry border with other California natives like buckwheat, ceanothus, and salvias, or use it to soften the edge of a path where its scent will reward every passerby. A graceful, fragrant treasure for the water-wise garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-shrubs-trees\"\u003eExplore more California Native Shrubs \u0026amp; Trees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43541661843515,"sku":"AA656","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/Lepechinia_fragrans_2.png?v=1779568918"},{"product_id":"salvia-bees-bliss","title":"Salvia - Bee's Bliss","description":"\u003cp\u003eLet \u003cem\u003eSalvia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Bee’s Bliss’ pour across the garden like a living silver tapestry. This wonderfully aromatic California native sage spreads in a broad, soft-textured sweep of silver-gray foliage, then lifts pale lavender flower spikes above the leaves from spring into early summer. In bloom, the entire plant seems veiled in a cool lilac haze, with bees and butterflies drifting through the flowers. Beautiful, fragrant, and serenely adapted to dry landscapes, it brings an unmistakable sense of California wildness to even the most composed planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThough only about 18–24 inches tall, a mature plant can spread an impressive 6–8 feet wide. Use it to soften a dry slope, flow over a retaining edge, carpet open ground beneath native shrubs and oaks, or knit together a naturalistic planting. The silvery foliage is a gorgeous companion for buckwheats, ceanothus, manzanitas, native grasses, and other sun-loving plants, and its aromatic leaves are generally less appealing to browsing deer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in sun or part shade with excellent drainage. Once established, it needs little summer water. Give it ample room to achieve its graceful spreading habit, and shear or selectively prune after flowering if a denser, more tailored outline is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shrubs-trees-salvia\"\u003eExplore more sage and salvia plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43983651733563,"sku":"AA748","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA748-bees-bliss-flower-detail_7da54576-8f36-4df2-9ecd-f1aa01f47bdb.jpg?v=1786920058"},{"product_id":"lavatera-assurgentiflora-island-mallow","title":"Lavatera assurgentiflora - Island Mallow","description":"\u003cp\u003eInvite a little windswept island romance into the garden with \u003cem\u003eLavatera assurgentiflora\u003c\/em\u003e, now also accepted as \u003cem\u003eMalva assurgentiflora\u003c\/em\u003e. This fast-growing Channel Islands native shrub dresses itself in fresh, maple-like leaves and a long procession of silky rose-pink flowers, each dramatically etched with deeper veins. The hibiscus-like blooms appear from spring into fall, glowing against the green foliage and giving the plant an easy, generous beauty. Bold in scale but relaxed in spirit, island mallow brings instant exuberance to coastal and dry-climate landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith room to develop, it can reach 10–12 feet tall and create a substantial garden presence in remarkably little time. Use it as an informal screen, a wind-resistant coastal hedge, or a dramatic background shrub where its loose, natural habit can move freely. It is especially striking in roomy naturalistic and Mediterranean-style plantings, where its abundant flowers and handsome foliage can be appreciated from a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow in full sun near the coast or part sun in hotter inland gardens, in well-drained soil. Established plants are drought tolerant, though inland gardens benefit from periodic summer water. Pruning after a main flush of bloom helps maintain a fuller, more manageable framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/california-native-shrubs-trees\"\u003eExplore more California native shrubs and trees\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Annie's Annuals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43983651766331,"sku":"AA749","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/files\/AA749-island-mallow-flower-detail_e634c921-d16a-4712-b2c1-2b873813d477.jpg?v=1786920117"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3455\/6475\/collections\/Lupinus-arboreus_Yellow_Coastal_850x980_e8db6583-5525-4ec2-97b3-5431b50e3a9a.jpg?v=1786901050","url":"https:\/\/www.anniesannuals.com\/collections\/california-native-shrubs-trees.oembed?page=3","provider":"Annie's Annuals \u0026 Perennials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}