Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush
Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush
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Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush
Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush
Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush
Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush
Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush

Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush

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Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush

A dense, fast growing rounded evergreen shrub that can reach up to thirty feet tall and wide. It has white and pink flowers that bloom in winter and spring and small red fruit that bloom after the flowers and are edible.   This plant produces a pollen that can produce an allergic reaction.

An easy California Native to grow in the Los Angeles area.   For more recommendations visit our Easiest California Native Plants to grow in your garden guide. 

Family Name Anacardiaceae
Species Name Rhus ovata
Common Name Sugarbush
Native to California
Plant Type Shrub, tree
Height x Width 7-33' - 7-30'
Growth Habit Mounding, upright
Growth Rate Moderate, fast
Sun Exposure Full sun, partial shade
Water Requirement Low
Soil Type Tolerates many soils
Flower Color White, pink
Flowering Months Winter, spring
Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen
Fragrant No
Cold Hardy to 0 F
Attracts pollinators Butterflies
Container Plant No
Erosion Control Yes
Bank Stabilization Yes
Fire Resistant Yes
Deer resistant Yes
Local plant Yes

     

    Rhus ovata, Sugar Bush

    A dense, fast growing rounded evergreen shrub that can reach up to thirty feet tall and wide. It has white and pink flowers that bloom in winter and spring and small red fruit that bloom after the flowers and are edible.   This plant produces a pollen that can produce an allergic reaction.

    An easy California Native to grow in the Los Angeles area.   For more recommendations visit our Easiest California Native Plants to grow in your garden guide. 

    Family Name Anacardiaceae
    Species Name Rhus ovata
    Common Name Sugarbush
    Native to California
    Plant Type Shrub, tree
    Height x Width 7-33' - 7-30'
    Growth Habit Mounding, upright
    Growth Rate Moderate, fast
    Sun Exposure Full sun, partial shade
    Water Requirement Low
    Soil Type Tolerates many soils
    Flower Color White, pink
    Flowering Months Winter, spring
    Evergreen/Deciduous Evergreen
    Fragrant No
    Cold Hardy to 0 F
    Attracts pollinators Butterflies
    Container Plant No
    Erosion Control Yes
    Bank Stabilization Yes
    Fire Resistant Yes
    Deer resistant Yes
    Local plant Yes