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Toyon

Heteromeles Arbutifolia

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Overview

Toyon (Heteromeles arbutifolia), also known as California Holly, is an evergreen shrub native to the West Coast. It flourishes to about 6-8 feet tall with a similar spread, showcasing leathery leaves and clusters of white summer blooms. Come fall, it bears vibrant red berries, a vital food source for local fauna. Hardy and drought-resistant, Toyon is ideal for low-maintenance landscapes and wildlife gardens in USDA zones 7-10.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — also known as California Holly
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — showcasing leathery leaves and clusters of white summer bloomsToyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Come fall, it bears vibrant red berries, a vital food source for local faunaToyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Hardy and drought-resistantToyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Toyon is ideal for low-maintenance landscapes and wildlife gardens in USDA zones 7-10Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — is a versatile and striking evergreen shrub native to CaliforniaToyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — highly regarded for both its aesthetic and ecological value+65

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — It flourishes to about 6-8 feet tall with a similar spread
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — showcasing leathery leaves and clusters of white summer blooms
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Come fall, it bears vibrant red berries, a vital food source for local fauna
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Hardy and drought-resistant
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Toyon is ideal for low-maintenance landscapes and wildlife gardens in USDA zones 7-10
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — is a versatile and striking evergreen shrub native to California
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — highly regarded for both its aesthetic and ecological value
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — this resilient plant can reach a mature height of 6 to 8 feet and can extend just as wide
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — dark green leaves that measure 2 to 4 inches long
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — with serrated margins that add texture to the landscape
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — the Toyon is festooned with vibrant red berries
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — each about 1/4 inch in diameter
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 7 through 11
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Toyon adapts easily to full sun or partial shade and tolerates a range of soil types
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — though it thrives in well-drained conditions
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — It is drought-tolerant once established
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Toyon can serve as a focal point
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — also known as California Holly
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — is an evergreen shrub native to the West Coast
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — Toyon is ideal for low-maintenance landscapes and wildlife gardens in USDA zones 7-10; shrub / tree for full or, image 53
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — is a versatile and striking evergreen shrub native to California; toyon is ideal for low-maintenance landscapes, image 54
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — highly regarded for both its aesthetic and ecological value; each about 1/4 inch in diameter, image 55
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — this resilient plant can reach a mature height of 6 to 8 feet and can extend just as wide; white flowers in the, image 56
Toyon (Heteromeles Arbutifolia) — dark green leaves that measure 2 to 4 inches long; come fall, it bears vibrant red berries, a vital food source, image 57

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