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California Native Plant

Prunus ilicifolia ilicfolia

Holly-Leaf or Islay Cherry

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Greg Applegate/Frommer

 

Description

The hollyleaf cherry is an evergreen shrub or tree that grows 20-40 ft. tall. It has dark green toothed foliage, white flowers, and red berries in the fall. The hollyleaf is native to California,drought tolerant, and is a beneficial insect plant. -Cornflower Farms

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.