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Holly Leaf Cherry, 'Prunus ilicifolia'

Holly Leaf Cherry, 'Prunus ilicifolia'

This plant IS available for shipping ONLY in 3 inch pot, Large Tree Pot, and 1 gallon pot sizes.

$60.00 USD
$60.00 USD
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Size

3 inch Pot - 8 to 12" tall plant in 6" diameter x 7" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

1 gallon Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

Small Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 6" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

Large Tree Pot - 8 to 16" tall plant in 5" x 5" x 12" tall pot. SHIPPABLE

3 gallon Pot - 18 to 36" tall plant in 10" diameter x 8" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY

5 gallon Pot - 30" to 60" tall plant in 11" diameter x 10" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY

15 gallon Pot - 60" to 75" tall plant in 17" diameter x 15" tall pot. IN STORE ONLY

NOTE: We do not ship 5 gallon size. In-store pickup only.

Hollyleaf Cherry,  is an evergreen shrub to tree a species in the Rosaceae (Rose) family, average 14 ft. high. Beautiful clusters of white flowers cover this shrub/tree around  March/April , and in the fall its covered with red cherries. The leaves are holly-like, hence the name Holly-Leafed Cherry. Native to the California coast ranges from Mexico north to above San Francisco Bay.

Hollyleaf likes full sun, has low water requirements after established, and needs good drainage. The cherries are edible with very little flesh, its mostly seed but a very unique fruit, its a good tree to plant for birds too they love the fruit.  Excellent foundation plant and/or privacy hedge.

Cold Tolerance: Tolerates cold to 15° F when mature. When young, this species doesn't survive at 20 degrees F., but after the first year will survive 0 degrees F. or lower.
Soil Drainage: Fast, Medium
Soil Description: Tolerant of a variety of soils but will grow largest and fastest in coarse, fast draining, relatively fertile garden soil.
Pollinator and Bee Friendly: Western Dragon Swallowtail, Pale Tiger Swallowtail, countless birds, bees and small mammals.
Common uses: Bank Stabilization, Hedges, Deer Resistant, Bird Gardens, Butterfly Gardens, Bee Gardens
For more Cultural info:  
https://calscape.org/Prunus-ilicifolia-()
http://www.ethnoherbalist.com/southern-california-native-plants-medicinal/holly-leaf-cherry/

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Holly Leaf Cherry trees have a tap root that, if snapped or damaged, will kill the tree. This is particularly important to keep in mind when transplanting into the ground. Make sure to dig a hole that can accommodate the tap root.

ABOUT THIS PLANT

Botanic Name: Prunus ilicifolia
Tongva Name: Donketsip
Common Names: Holly Leaf Cherry,

Lifespan: Tree
Hardiness Zone: 9
Fruiting Season: July to August
Growth Structure: Tree

Fertility Preference: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Water Preference: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Sun & Light Preference: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fruiting Season: July to August
Dormancy: Evergreen
Cold Tolerance: 15°F
Flowers? Yes, Cream,White
Edible? Yes
Native to: California

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