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Heteromeles arbutifolia
Description:
Shrub with leathery, dark-green leaves; small white flowers attract a variety of bees; profuse red berries all winter; popular with cedar waxwings, a species of migrating bird in the Central Valley; good screening plant.
Native to:
California
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
10-20 ft
Width:
10-20 ft
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
May-June
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Honey Bees
Native Bees
Song Birds
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Irrigation Needs:
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Very Low (deep watering once a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Little or none; prune to shape in summer if desired.
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