Rounded growth patterns can be shaped into a tree or shrub form. Spring brings magenta flower clusters that are followed by bright green, heart-shaped leaves that mature to blue-green. Beautiful fall colors of yellow and red. Good native lawn tree, accent or small space tree.
Plant with California Wild Lilac
Characteristics
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Landscape Size: 10'-18' tall, 10'-18' wide
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Light Requirement: Full Sun or Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade
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Water Needs: Low
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Sunset Zone: 2-24
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Growth Habit: Rounded, Narrow
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Growth Rate: Moderate
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Attributes: Deciduous, Attracts Birds, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Butterflies, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods.
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices
Visit: National County Extension Offices
Green Thumb Guide
Prefers well draining, sandy, slightly alkaline soils. Prune in late winter. Feed with a tree and shrub fertilizer in late winter before new growth appears.
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