Bush Chinkapin
Chrysolepis Sempervirens
Overview
The Bush Chinkapin (Chrysolepis sempervirens), a sturdy evergreen shrub, reaches 5-8 ft tall and thrives in USDA zones 7-9. It boasts glossy, serrated leaves and offers showy yellow catkins in summer followed by spiny fruits. Prefers well-drained soils and part to full sun. Ideal for adding texture and year-round interest to landscapes, this low-maintenance plant is also fire-resistant, enhancing its value in fire-prone regions.
Sun FullWater MediumZones 5–7Type Tree
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 5–7
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 2–7 Ft.
- Mature width
- 2–7 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Fagaceae
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