Arbutus menziesii

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Pacific Madrone, Madrona

 
California Native Plant
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Description

One of the most attractive of all California broadleafs, Arbutus menziesii, or Madrone, has a straight, smooth trunk of 60', with lovely red bark highlighted by shiny green foliage and showy white flowers.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

40-60'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Red

 

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

 

Fruit Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.