Ceanothus greggii

March 11, 2025 00:04:25
Ceanothus greggii
Growing Native with Petey Mesquitey
Ceanothus greggii

Mar 11 2025 | 00:04:25

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Show Notes

I gathered seed of Ceanothus greggii on a rocky slope in May. Buck brush is what I’m talking about and yeah, it’s easier to say. It got that common name cause it’s good browse, especially for deer. So I put those seed capsules in an envelope very near, where I sit to write down plant lists and sometimes write a check. So I’m sitting there and hear a noise and wonder, what the heck? Capsules were opening and tiny seeds were shooting out! I’m gonna be growing Ceanothus this year, now there is no doubt. So should I scarify or…

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