This native evergreen shrub  the Desert ceanothus  commonly grows to less than 6' high.  Leaves are dark green  twigs gray and the flowers white. The flowers are very fragrant and perfume the surrounding air.  Desert ceanothus is thought to improve soil fertility by fixing atmospheric nitrogen and is well-adapted for use in stabilizing both neutral and acidic soils. Highly fire resistant  coupled  with drought  heat and frost tolerance makes this perfect for the landscape   especially for desert or dry mountain gardens. Desert Ceanothus can be used as a hedge and is commonly used in low-maintenance landscapes. Ceanothus are important larval hosts to butterflies and moths  provide nectar to bees and other pollinators and seed for the birds.