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Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany

Cercocarpus Ledifolius

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Overview

Cercocarpus ledifolius, or Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany, is a sturdy evergreen shrub or small tree, reaching 8–20 ft tall. Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in USDA zones 4-8 with minimal water. It showcases leathery leaves and curling seed plumes, adding texture to landscapes. Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Hardy, it's an excellent windbreak or naturalistic specimen in arid-region designs.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 4–11Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — or a natural backdrop for lower-growing perennials and grasses
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany should be planted in full sun to partial shadeCurl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — it's an ideal choice for creating sustainable and visually appealing gardensCurl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in USDA zones 4-8 with minimal waterCurl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance requirements; this plant adds stately verticalCurl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — white flowers in the gardenCurl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — inconspicuous but fragrant flowers blossom+54

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
4–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — or a natural backdrop for lower-growing perennials and grasses
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany should be planted in full sun to partial shade
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — it's an ideal choice for creating sustainable and visually appealing gardens
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in USDA zones 4-8 with minimal water
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance requirements; this plant adds stately vertical
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — white flowers in the garden
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — inconspicuous but fragrant flowers blossom
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — is a resilient and versatile evergreen shrub native to the mountainous regions of the western United
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — inconspicuous but fragrant flowers blossom; is a resilient and versatile evergreen shrub native to the
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — showcasing remarkable adaptability to a range of environmental conditions.<br><br>Adapted to, image 31
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — showcasing remarkable adaptability to a range of environmental conditions.<br><br>Adapted to arid
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — is a sturdy evergreen shrub or small tree
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — shrub for full
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — consider using this species as a windbreak
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — requiring minimal irrigation once established
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade; it showcases leathery leaves and curling seed
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — leathery leaves that are dark green and notably rolled under; curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany should be
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — consider using this species as a windbreak; shrub with white blooms
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — requiring minimal irrigation once established; this hardy species thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — commonly referred to as Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany; or a natural backdrop for lower-growing perennials
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Hardy, it's an excellent windbreak or naturalistic specimen in arid-region designs; curl-Leaf Mountain
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — shrub with white blooms
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany is an excellent choice for water-wise landscaping; is a sturdy evergreen
Curl-Leaf Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Ledifolius) — leathery leaves that are dark green and notably rolled under
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