Rhamnus (Frangula) californica 'Seaview Improved'

Common Name:
Coffeeberry
Plant Type:
Evergreen shrub
Family:
Rhamnaceae (The Buckthorn Family)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
18 inches high, 3 feet wide
Landscape/Garden Uses:
ground cover
Flowering Season:
Summer

Flower Color:
Green/Greenish
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Most soils

Suggested Irrigation:
Occasional to little watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 15 degrees F. or less

This coffeeberry seedling was selected from the old Saratoga Horticultural Foundation introduction known as 'Seaview'. It lies nearly flat on the ground. The leaves are only 2-3 inches long, flat, dark and shiny on the upper surface. The berries are densely clustered and red when ripe, making quite a show. Sun or light shade, occasional to little watering.