California Lilac -Mostly California natives. This diverse group includes many popular and useful species and varieties, ranging from large scale shrubs to groundcovers. Cluster of tiny flowers blanket the plant, giving a spectacular show in spring.
Centaurea
Chondropetalum
Cistus
Rockrose -Tough Mediterranean perennial that tolerates heat, drought, poor soil, and salt spray. In spring they are covered with pink, purple, or white crepe-like flowers. Some varieties bloom well into the summer.