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Prunus ilicifolia ilicfolia

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Hollyleaf or Islay Cherry

 
California Native Plant
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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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' 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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Design Styles

Desert, Ranch, Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Fallcolor, Showyflower, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Fall

 

Location Uses

Bank, Background

 

Special Uses

Erosioncontrol, Hedge, Screen, Windbreak, Fireresistant, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

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