Rhus integrifolia

Also Known As

Lemonade Berry
Sourberry

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-30'
W: 2'-15'

planting zones

9b-11

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Rhus integrifolia plant details

Rhus integrifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or tree with green and red foliage. In spring and winter pink and white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhus integrifolia

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: anacardiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhus integrifolia

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In addition to being showy, the fuzzy rosy-pink fruits of this 8-10' shrub/ small tree were enjoyed by Indian and settler when steeped in hot water and cooled to a tangy ?lemonade?; pink winter buds become glossy leaves. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

Versatile, aromatic shrub generally 3-10' high and as wide. Leaves are variable in shade, dark green and leathery to 3" long, sometimes with shallowly toothed edges. White to pink flowers appear in dense clusters from February through March. Small, flat, clustered fruit is red-orange and gummy, with acidic pulp that can be used to flavor drinks. Grows best near coast where established plants need little water. Prefers full sun, well-drained soil and is well adapted to dry summer conditions, but also accepts regular water and tolerates salt-laden winds. Useful on banks and slopes, as a windbreak, screen or clipped as hedge. Branching pattern could be used as an espalier. Hardy to 20F. Southern California.