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California Native Plant

Rhus ovata

Sugar Bush

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Dense rounded evergreen shrub growing 8-15 ft. tall & wide with creamy flowers between March & May. Small red fruit. Grows well in inland areas and is drought tolerant. Native dry mountain slopes 3-5000' Az, S. Calif into Baja. Leathery rich dark green foliage. Needs additional water in low desert every 2 weeks or afternoon shade. Well drained site. Susc. to verticillium wilt in wet areas.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Pink, Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.