Prunus ilicifolia ssp. lyonii
Catalina Cherry
Description
The Catalina Cherry is an evergreen shrub that grows 15'-25' high and 10'-15' wide. It has a tree-like habit. It develops showy white flowers in the spring and red changing to black fruit in the summer. It is resistant to oak root fungus. The Catalina Cherry is native to CA, is drought tolerant, a beneficial insect plant, and attracts butterflies. New foliage is apple green in color, turning to dark green. Catalina Cherry is great for privacy hedges because of the dense foliage.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black, Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.