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    Frangula californica ssp. occidentalis

    Also Known As

    • Rhamnus californica ssp. occidentalis
    • Rhamnus californica subsp. occidentalis
    • California Buckthorn
    • California Coffeeberry
    • California Coffeeberry

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-16'
    • W: 6'-16'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

    Frangula californica ssp. occidentalis plant details

    Frangula californica ssp. occidentalis is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring green and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Frangula californica ssp. occidentalis

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: rhamnaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 16 FT - wide, 6 FT - 16 FT - tall
    Flowers: green and white blooms in spring
    Uses: hedge, xeric, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Frangula californica ssp. occidentalis

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, erosion
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Native to Southern Oregon and Northern California, this multi-stemmed evergreen shrub grows in full sun to partial shade, well-drained soils, and is very low maintenance after the first year. Dark green leaves with contrasting young red bark will create seasonal interest year-round. Red berry fruits turn whitish yellow to red to black, giving the appearance of coffee beans. S-PSh/M-D

    By: Forestfarm

    A native, this chaparral shrub comes from the dry slopes and woodlands of Southern Oregon and Northern California. A fast-growing evergreen, it can soon be 10' tall and used as a hedge or screen, or low and spreading depending on where it is planted. When sheltered it can grow to 26 feet wide! Feel free to judiciously prune. The contrast of the young red bark and lustrous dark green leaves is handsome indeed. Small yellow-green flowers spring from the leaf axils and the resulting conspicuous fruit goes from light yellow to red to black. Minimum temperature: 0 °F

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Frangula californica ssp. occidentalis plant

    How to Grow Frangula californica ssp. occidentalis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • erosion control

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • green

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds
      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Frangula californica

    aka Rhamnus californica, California Buckthorn, California Coffeeberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 5'

    Width: 5'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Frangula californica flower, foliage by Evangele19
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    Frangula californica ssp. tomentella

    aka Rhamnus californica ssp. tomentella, Rhamnus californica ssp. tomentella, Rhamnus tomentella, Coffeeberry, Hoary Coffeeberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7a-11

    Size

    Height: 6'-8'

    Width: 6'-8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Frangula californica ssp. tomentella foliage by Cistus Nursery
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    Frangula californica 'Eve Case'

    aka Rhamnus californica 'Eve Case', Eve Case Italian Buckthorn

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    7b-10b

    Size

    Height: 6'-10'

    Width: 6'-10'

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Frangula californica 'Eve Case' foliage by Cistus Nursery
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    Frangula californica 'Mound San Bruno'

    aka Frangula 'Mound San Bruno', Rhamnus californica 'Mound San Bruno', Mound San Bruno Coffeeberry, San Bruno Coffeeberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 3'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Frangula californica 'Mound San Bruno' flower by Forestfarm
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    Frangula alnus 'Ron Williams' PP14791

    aka Rhamnus asplenifolia 'Fine Line', Rhamnus frangula 'Asplenifolia', Rhamnus frangula 'Fine Line', Rhamnus frangula 'Ron Williams', Asplenifolia Alder Buckthorn, Cutleaf Buckthorn

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 6'-10'

    Width: 3'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Frangula alnus 'Ron Williams' PP14791 foliage, form by Danger Garden
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