Toyon
Heteromeles arbutifolia
California's iconic 'Hollywood' shrub with festive red berries.
- Plant Type
- Shrubs & Roses
- Width
- 10-15 Ft.
- Height
- 8-15 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 7 - 11
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Design image count
- 1
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Heteromeles arbutifolia, known as toyon, is a versatile evergreen shrub native to California. It typically reaches 6 to 30 feet with a rounded growth habit. Its leathery, dark green leaves feature sharply serrated margins, providing year-round density. In early summer, it produces clusters of small white flowers that transition into red, berry-like pomes by winter. Drought-tolerant and adaptable to most soils, it is ideal for erosion control, hedges, or as a wildlife-attracting specimen.