Myrica californica

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California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Las Pilitas Nursery

 

Description

This large shrub/tree can reach 30' tall and has glossy, dark green leaves with purple nutlets that attract birds. It is used very effectively as a screen.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Purple

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.