Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Diamond Heights' is a low-growing, ground covering California lilac with gold foliage.

Ceanothus velutinus is a beautiful white-flowered species related to the California lilacs with aromatic foliage.

Ceanothus 'Lemon Ice' is a hardy, upright, evergreen shrub with variegated green/yellow foliage and fragrant blue blossoms.