A very attractive broadleaf evergreen West Coast native tree. White flowers in spring followed by clusters of red berries in fall that are popular with birds. Reddish brown trunk, bark peels in irregular flakes. Resents disturbance. Prefers well drained site. Madrone can grow up to 100 ft. tall. Hardy to -7°F.
ZONE: 4-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Early.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, mildly acidic soils and excellent drainage. Stake tree for first few years in place, and DO NOT TRANSPLANT once in place.
CHILL HOURS: 1000-1200 hours below 45F.
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Excellent, unless planted in heavy soils. Hardy to 7°F..
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 100'
