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California Native Plant

Rhamnus californica

California Coffee Berry

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

The California coffeeberry is an evergreen shrub that reaches 6-8 ft. high. It grows inland and has large green to black berries between in late summer. This shrub tolerates sun or partial shade in all soil types. The California coffeeberry is a native to California and is drought tolerant. It is a beneficial insect plant and attracts butterflies. -Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black, Purple

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Park

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Screen, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.