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Ephedra californica
Also Known As
- California Ephedra
- California Jointfir
- Cañatillo
- Desert Tea
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 6'-20'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Ephedra californica plant details
Ephedra californica is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ephedra californica
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: ephedraceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ephedra californica
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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How to Grow Ephedra californica
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- birds
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun
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- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-8'
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