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Toyon
Heteromeles arbutifolia
shrub☀️ full sun💧 low water
A California native shrub with white flowers in spring and bright red berries in fall and winter that persist for months. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and attractive to birds.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8b to Zone 10bSeasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummerFallWinter
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
California native
Native to: California
Function & Care
erosion controlhedgerowpollinator nectarywildlife benefitedible
Edible Parts
fruit
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation