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California Native Plant

Malosma laurina

Laurel Sumac

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

This evergreen shrub has dark green foliage that is red when it is young. A good plant for dry slopes.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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.