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California Native Plant

Arbutus menziesii

Madrona, Madrone

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Information by: Carol Bollinger        Photographer:

 

Description

One of the most attractive of all California broadleafs, Arbutus menziesii, or Pacific Madrone, has a smooth trunk with lovely, peeling red bark highlighted by shiny green, oval, toothed foliage and showy white spring flowers followed by red berries. This tree can reach 50' tall but looks more like a large shrub in inland valley areas. It prefers acid, well draining soil and afternoon shade. It does well under oak trees. Make sure you mulch this tree.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

40-60'

Width Range

40-60'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Red

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

Fruit Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation system for breaks, leaks and problems once a month.