Frangula californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings]
Also Known As
- Rhamnus californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings]
- Coffeeberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-9'
- W: 5'-6'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Frangula californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings] plant details
Frangula californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by black and red fruit. Features glaucous texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Frangula californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings]
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rhamnaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 8 FT - 9 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Frangula californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
- Soil needs: lean and well-drained
Gardening facts about Frangula californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings] plant
How to Grow Frangula californica ssp. tomentella [Sierra Silver seedlings]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
- black
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Frangula for your garden
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
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
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
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
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-10'
Width: 3'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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